CAS 19829-72-2

2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid

Description:

2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, also known as gentisic acid, is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure featuring two hydroxyl groups and two carboxylic acid groups. This compound is a derivative of benzenedicarboxylic acid, specifically with hydroxyl substitutions at the 2 and 3 positions of the benzene ring. It is typically a white to pale yellow crystalline solid that is soluble in water and polar organic solvents. Gentisic acid is known for its antioxidant properties and is involved in various biochemical processes, including the metabolism of certain amino acids. It can also be found in some plants and is studied for its potential health benefits. The compound has applications in pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in organic synthesis. Its molecular structure allows for hydrogen bonding, contributing to its solubility and reactivity in various chemical environments.

Formula: C₈H₆O₆

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H6O6/c9-5-3(7(11)12)1-2-4(6(5)10)8(13)14/h1-2,9-10H,(H,11,12)(H,13,14)

InChI key: InChIKey=OHLSHRJUBRUKAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(O)(=O)C1=C(O)C(O)=C(C(O)=O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-
• 2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid
• 2,3-Dihydroxy-p-benzenediacetic acid
• 2,3-Dihydroxybenzene-1,4-Dicarboxylic Acid
• NSC 38869
• Terephthalic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-
• 2,3-Dihydroxyterephthalic acid

1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-

CAS: 19829-72-2

Formula: C₈H₆O₆

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 198.1296

Ref: IN-DA002BF0

2,3-Dihydroxyterephthalic acid

CAS: 19829-72-2

2,3-Dihydroxyterephthalic acid

Purity: 99%

Molecular weight: 198.13g/mol

Ref: 54-OR95342

2,3-Dihydroxyterephthalic acid

CAS: 19829-72-2

Formula: C₈H₆O₆

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid, No data available.

Molecular weight: 198.13

Ref: 10-F456479