4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%

Name: 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008365

About 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%

4-Phenylbutyric acid (CAS 1821-12-1) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C10H12O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 164.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-phenylbutanoic acid. Alternative names: Benzenebutanoic acid and Benzenebutyric acid.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 49-53 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, pharmaceutical synthesis, fine chemical synthesis and protein and peptide research. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and textiles and dyeing.

Available in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, 4-Phenylbutyric acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Pharmaceutical synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis
Protein & peptide research
Dyes & pigments manufacture

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008365
CAS Number	1821-12-1
IUPAC name	4-phenylbutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₂O₂
Molecular weight	164.2 g/mol
Exact mass	164.0837
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29156020
InChIKey	OBKXEAXTFZPCHS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	4775

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	49-53 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Benzenebutanoic acid, Benzenebutyric acid, Phenylbutyric acid, gamma-Phenylbutyric acid, omega-Phenylbutanoic acid, 4-Phenyl-n-butyric acid, omega-phenylbutyric acid, gamma-Phenyl-n-butyric acid, Phenylbutyrate, Butyric acid, 4-phenyl-, 1-Phenylbutyric acid, gamma-Phenylbutanoic acid

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 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98% is 1821-12-1. It is also known as Benzenebutanoic acid, Benzenebutyric acid, Phenylbutyric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%?

4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98% has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-phenylbutanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Phenylbutyric 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 4-Phenylbutyric acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Phenylbutyric 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.