CAS 136849-75-7

4-(4-hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy) butyric acid

Description:

4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy)butyric acid, with the CAS number 136849-75-7, is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of phenolic acids. It features a butyric acid moiety linked to a phenolic structure, which includes a hydroxymethyl group and a methoxy group on the aromatic ring. This compound is characterized by its potential biological activity, particularly in the context of its role as a signaling molecule or a modulator in various biochemical pathways. It may exhibit properties such as antioxidant activity and the ability to influence cell proliferation or differentiation. The presence of both hydrophilic (hydroxymethyl and carboxylic acid groups) and hydrophobic (methoxy group) functionalities suggests that it may interact with biological membranes and proteins, making it of interest in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. Its solubility, stability, and reactivity can be influenced by pH and temperature, which are important factors to consider in experimental applications.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₅

InChI: InChI=1/C12H16O5/c1-16-11-7-10(5-4-9(11)8-13)17-6-2-3-12(14)15/h4-5,7,13H,2-3,6,8H2,1H3,(H,14,15)

SMILES: COc1cc(ccc1CO)OCCCC(=O)O

Synonyms:

• HMPB Linker, 4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy)-butyric acid
• 4-[4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Methoxyphenoxy]Butanoic Acid
• Hmpb
• 4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy)butyric acid

Butanoic acid, 4-[4-(hydroxymethyl)-3-methoxyphenoxy]-

CAS: 136849-75-7

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₅

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 240.2524

Ref: IN-DA0012GR

4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy)butyric acid

CAS: 136849-75-7

Purity: ≥ 99%

Color and Shape: White to pale yellow or beige powder

Molecular weight: 240.25

Ref: 7W-GM5412

4-(3-METHOXY-4-HYDROXYMETHYL)PHENOXYBUTYRIC ACID

CAS: 136849-75-7

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₅

Purity: 97.0%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 240.255

Ref: 10-F303200

4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy)-butyric acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 136849-75-7

4-(4-Hydroxymethyl-3-methoxyphenoxy)-butyric acid (HMPA) is a synthetic compound that is used in the production of butyric acid. It is also used as a reagent in the preparation of enzymes and enzyme preparations, such as serine proteases. HMPA has been used as an intermediate in the synthesis of ribulose, which is a sugar molecule found in plants. The structure of this compound can be determined by FTIR spectroscopy and by X-ray crystallography. HMPA has been shown to have hydrogen bonding between its molecules, which may account for its stability. Hydrogen bonding accounts for the solidity of this compound and its resistance to heat and solvents.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₅

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 240.25 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH47653