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CAS 10502-44-0

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4-methoxymandelic acid

Description:
4-Methoxymandelic acid, with the CAS number 10502-44-0, is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a methoxy group (-OCH3) and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) attached to a mandelic acid structure. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in polar solvents such as water and alcohols, owing to its polar functional groups. The methoxy group enhances its lipophilicity compared to other mandelic acid derivatives, potentially influencing its biological activity and interactions. 4-Methoxymandelic acid is of interest in various fields, including pharmaceuticals and organic synthesis, due to its potential applications in drug development and as an intermediate in chemical reactions. Its structural features may also contribute to its reactivity, making it a valuable compound for further research in medicinal chemistry and related disciplines. As with many organic acids, it may exhibit acidic properties, participating in proton transfer reactions in solution.
Formula:C9H10O4
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H10O4/c1-13-7-4-2-6(3-5-7)8(10)9(11)12/h2-5,8,10H,1H3,(H,11,12)
InChI key:InChIKey=ITECRQOOEQWFPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(O)=O)(O)C1=CC=C(OC)C=C1
Synonyms:
  • (2S)-hydroxy(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanoic acid
  • 2-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid
  • 4-Methoxyphenylglycolic acid
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-4-Methoxymandelic acid
  • Benzeneacetic acid, α-hydroxy-4-methoxy-
  • Hydroxy(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetic Acid
  • Mandelic acid, p-methoxy-
  • alpha-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenylacetic acid
  • p-Methoxymandelic acid
  • α-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzeneacetic acid
  • 4-Methoxymandelic acid
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