3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%

Name: 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008307

About 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%

Listed under CAS 621-36-3, 3-Methylphenylacetic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 98%. Its molecular formula is C9H10O2 and its molecular weight is 150.17 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-(3-methylphenyl)acetic acid. It is also known as m-Tolylacetic acid or 2-(m-Tolyl)acetic acid.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 64-66 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, pharmaceutical synthesis, dyes and pigments manufacture and agrochemical formulations. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methylphenylacetic acid in 5 g, 10 g and 25 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Pharmaceutical synthesis
Dyes & pigments manufacture
Agrochemical formulations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008307
CAS Number	621-36-3
IUPAC name	2-(3-methylphenyl)acetic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₀O₂
Molecular weight	150.17 g/mol
Exact mass	150.0681
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29163990
InChIKey	GJMPSRSMBJLKKB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC=C1)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	12121

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	64-66 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	m-Tolylacetic acid, 2-(m-Tolyl)acetic acid, (3-Methylphenyl)acetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-methyl-, 3-Methylbenzeneacetic acid, 3-tolylacetic acid, m-Methylphenylacetic acid, methyll 3-methylphenylacetate, m-tolyl acetic acid, m-Methylphenylacetate, 2-m-tolyl acetic acid, (3-Methylphenyl)acetate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% is 621-36-3. It is also known as m-Tolylacetic acid, 2-(m-Tolyl)acetic acid, (3-Methylphenyl)acetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%?

3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C9H10O2 and a molecular weight of 150.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(3-methylphenyl)acetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Methylphenylacetic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.