Benzoylformic acid, 97%

Name: Benzoylformic acid, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008405

About Benzoylformic acid, 97%

Listed under CAS 611-73-4, Benzoylformic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 97% purity. Formula C8H6O3, molecular weight 150.13 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-oxo-2-phenylacetic acid. Common synonyms include Phenylglyoxylic acid,α-Oxophenylacetic acid, and Phenylglyoxylic acid.

In its supplied form it is white to yellow to green crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 62-65 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzoylformic acid, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008405
CAS Number	611-73-4
IUPAC name	2-oxo-2-phenylacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₆O₃
Molecular weight	150.13 g/mol
Exact mass	150.0317
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29333990
InChIKey	FAQJJMHZNSSFSM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	11915

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow to green crystals
Melting point	62-65 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	54.4 Å²
Synonyms	Phenylglyoxylic acid,α-Oxophenylacetic acid,, Phenylglyoxylic acid, Oxophenylacetic acid, Benzeneglyoxylic acid, Phenylgloxylic acid, Phenyloxoacetic acid, Glyoxylic acid, phenyl-, 2-Phenylethanoic acid, Phenylglyoxalate, alpha-Ketophenylacetic acid, alpha-Oxobenzeneacetic acid, Formic acid, benzoyl-

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 Benzoylformic acid, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzoylformic acid, 97% is 611-73-4. It is also known as Phenylglyoxylic acid,α-Oxophenylacetic acid,, Phenylglyoxylic acid, Oxophenylacetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoylformic acid, 97%?

Benzoylformic acid, 97% has the molecular formula C8H6O3 and a molecular weight of 150.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-oxo-2-phenylacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzoylformic acid, 97% can I order?

We supply Benzoylformic acid, 97% in (97%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzoylformic acid, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Benzoylformic acid, 97% 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 Benzoylformic acid, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzoylformic acid, 97% 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.