2-Phenylpropionic acid (CAS No: 492-37-5) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Loxoprofen sodium dihydrate. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: Hydratropic acid, alpha-Methylphenylacetic acid, 2-Phenylpropionate
CAS No: 492-37-5
PubChem CID: 10296
Mol Formula: C9H10O2
Mol Weight: 150.17 g/mol
Used in API: Loxoprofen sodium dihydrate
IUPAC Name: 2-phenylpropanoic acid
API Intermediate Description: 2-Phenylpropionic acid (Hydratropic acid) is a versatile chemical used as a building block for NSAID drugs (like Ibuprofen precursors), in flavorings & fragrances, cosmetics, and for research in drug metabolism and chiral synthesis, owing to its anti-inflammatory potential and role in creating specific drug enantiomers for improved efficacy.
