Structure

Isophthalic Acid

CAS
121-91-5
Catalog Number
ACM-MO-121915
Category
Other Products; Dicarboxylic Acid Monomers
Molecular Weight
166.13 g/mol
Molecular Formula
C8H6O4

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Specification

Description
Isophthalic acid is an organic compound with the formula C6H4(CO2H)2. This colourless solid is an isomer of phthalic acid and terephthalic acid.
Synonyms
m-Phthalic Acid;
Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid
IUPAC Name
benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(=O)O)C(=O)O
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H6O4/c9-7(10)5-2-1-3-6(4-5)8(11)12/h1-4H,(H,9,10)(H,11,12)
InChI Key
QQVIHTHCMHWDBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point
214.32°C (rough estimate)
Melting Point
340 °C
Flash Point
217.3ºC
Density
1.54
Solubility
Insoluble in water.Soluble in methanol, acetone
Appearance
White to Almost White Powder to Crystal
Storage
Store under inert gas
Autoignition Temperature
700 °C
Color/Form
Crystalline powder;Colorless crystals;Needles from water or alcohol
Complexity
179
Condition To Avoid
Hygroscopic
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count
1
Decomposition
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and fumes.
Degree of solubility in water
0.13 g/l 25 °C
EC Number
204-506-4
Exact Mass
166.026609g/mol
Formal Charge
0
Hazard Codes
Xi
Hazard Statements
H320 : Causes eye irritation.
H-Bond Acceptor
4
H-Bond Donor
2
Heat of Vaporization
1.0921X10+8 J/kmol at the melting point of 619.15 K (346 °C)
Heavy Atom Count
12
HS Code
29173980
ICSC Number
0500
LogP
1.08300
MDL Number
MFCD00002516
Monoisotopic Mass
166.026609g/mol
NSC Number
15310
Other Experimental
Heat of formation: -802 kJ/mol at 25 °C;VP: 0.009 Pa (0.0675 mm Hg) at 100 °C;Triple point temperature and pressure = 619.15 K (estimated to be equal to the melting point), 2.8020X10+3 Pa;Boiling point = 753.00 K (Based on predicted value for phthalic acid by Meissner's method with a suitable adjustment for isomerism based on similar compound relationships.);Melting point = 619.15 K (determined in sealed tube);Density = 9.0710 kmol/cu m at 20 °C;Heat of sublimation: 106.7 kJ/mol at 25 °C;log Kow = -2.34 at pH 7 (OECD 107 method);Henry's Law constant = 2.18X10-12 atm-cu m/mol at 25 °C(est);Hydroxyl radical reaction rate constant = 1.3X10-12 cu cm/molecule-sec at 25 °C (est)
Physical State
Solid
Precautionary Statements
P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling.P337 + P313 : If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.P305 + P351 + P338 : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
PSA
74.6
Refractive Index
1.5100 (estimate)
Rotatable Bond Count
2
RTECS Number
NT2007000
Safety Description
24/25-36-26
Signal Word
Warning
Stability
Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
Storage Conditions
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
UNII
X35216H9FJ
Vapor Pressure
2.6X10-8 mm Hg at 25 °C(est)
Viscosity
0.00025186 Pa-s at 619.15K (346 °C)
WGK Germany
2
XLogP3
1.7
What is the PubChem CID for Isophthalic acid?

The PubChem CID for Isophthalic acid is 8496.

What is the molecular formula of Isophthalic acid?

The molecular formula of Isophthalic acid is C8H6O4.

What is the molecular weight of Isophthalic acid?

The molecular weight of Isophthalic acid is 166.13 g/mol.

What are some synonyms for Isophthalic acid?

Some synonyms for Isophthalic acid are benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, m-Phthalic acid, and 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid.

What is the IUPAC name of Isophthalic acid?

The IUPAC name of Isophthalic acid is benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid.

What is the InChI key of Isophthalic acid?

The InChI key of Isophthalic acid is QQVIHTHCMHWDBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N.

Is Isophthalic acid soluble in water?

No, Isophthalic acid sinks in water.

What is the CAS number of Isophthalic acid?

The CAS number of Isophthalic acid is 121-91-5.

What is the XLogP3 value of Isophthalic acid?

The XLogP3 value of Isophthalic acid is 1.7.

How many hydrogen bond acceptor count does Isophthalic acid have?

Isophthalic acid has 4 hydrogen bond acceptor count.

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