38087-96-6

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-BIPHENYL-(3'-METHOXY)CARBOXYLIC ACID
• Synonyms: TIMTEC-BB SBB007490;3'-METHOXY-BIPHENYL-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID;3'-METHOXY[1,1'-BIPHENYL]-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID;AKOS BAR-0250;2-BIPHENYL-(3'-METHOXY)CARBOXYLIC ACID;2-(3-Methoxyphenyl)benzoic acid
• CAS NO: 38087-96-6
• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₃
• Molecular Weight: 228.24
• Mol File: 38087-96-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 372.6 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 141.6 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.193 g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-BIPHENYL-(3'-METHOXY)CARBOXYLIC ACID(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-BIPHENYL-(3'-METHOXY)CARBOXYLIC ACID(38087-96-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-BIPHENYL-(3'-METHOXY)CARBOXYLIC ACID(38087-96-6)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Hazardous Substances Data: 38087-96-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

2-Biphenyl-(3'-methoxy)carboxylic acid, also known as o-anisic acid or 2-anisic acid, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C15H12O3. It belongs to the class of organic compounds known as biphenyls and derivatives. Essentially, it is an aromatic compound with a benzene ring connected to phenyl group having a methoxy and carboxy moiety. It appears as a white crystalline substance at room temperature. Its applications and uses vary, notably in the cosmetic and medicinal industries, due to its antimicrobial properties and prevalence as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemical compounds. However, safe handling and use of this chemical should always come as a priority due to potential risks and effects associated with exposure.

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