3-(2-CARBOXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID

Synonym(s):2-Carboxybenzenepropanoic acid

CAS NO.：776-79-4
Empirical Formula: C10H10O4
Molecular Weight: 194.18
MDL number: MFCD00016550
EINECS: 200-258-5
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2022-12-30 16:20:48

3-(2-CARBOXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID Structural

What is 3-(2-CARBOXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID?

Description

3-(2-Carboxyphenyl) propionic acid is a chemical compound that belongs to the group of phytoalexins. It is a synthetic compound that is used as a raw material for the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and additional organic compounds. 3-(2-Carboxyphenyl) propionic acid has shown luminescence properties, which may be due to its oxidation products. The isoquinoline alkaloids present in this compound are responsible for its anti-inflammatory effects. 3-(2-Carboxyphenyl) propionic acid can also be found in conjugates with chloride or other organic acids, such as diazide, which inhibit bacterial growth and increase the solubility of this substance.

General Description

3-(2-Carboxyphenyl)propionic acid (2-(2-carboxyethyl)benzoic acid) is an aromatic acid that undergoes cyclization to generate 1-indanone on heating. It is formed during the reaction of β-tetralone with KO₂ in toluene.

Properties of 3-(2-CARBOXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID

Melting point:	166-168 °C (lit.)
Boiling point:	394.4±17.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.330±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
pka	3.99±0.36(Predicted)

Safety information for 3-(2-CARBOXYPHENYL)PROPIONIC ACID

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H318:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.