CAS 63958-66-7

4,5-Dihydroxyphthalic acid

Description:

4,5-Dihydroxyphthalic acid, with the CAS number 63958-66-7, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of phthalic acids. It features two hydroxyl (-OH) groups located at the 4 and 5 positions of the phthalic acid structure, which contributes to its unique chemical properties. This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in water and various organic solvents, depending on the pH. The presence of hydroxyl groups enhances its reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including as a building block in the production of polymers and resins. Additionally, 4,5-dihydroxyphthalic acid can participate in hydrogen bonding, which may influence its interactions in biological systems and materials science. Its derivatives may exhibit interesting biological activities, making it a subject of research in medicinal chemistry. Overall, this compound's structural features and functional groups make it versatile in both industrial and research applications.

Formula: C₈H₆O₆

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

InChI key: InChIKey=YZBCICVNBHNLTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, 4,5-Dihydroxy-
• 4,5-Dihydroxy-1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid
• 4,5-Dihydroxyphthalic acid
• Phthalic acid, 4,5-dihydroxy-

4,5-Dihydroxybenzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid

CAS: 63958-66-7

Protocatechuic acid is an aromatic hydrocarbon that is the main metabolite of 4,5-dihydroxybenzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid. It is a carbon source for bacteria and has been shown to increase the synthesis of protocatechuate 3,4-dioxygenase (PCO) in rat liver cells when incubated. Protocatechuic acid is also a precursor for the production of 2-hydroxybenzoic acid and 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, which are found in many foods. The genus that produces protocatechuic acid belongs to the class of extradiols. This means that it contains four contiguous double bonds on one side of the molecule. Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is a species with high levels of protocatechuic acid and can be used as an indicator for this compound.

Formula: C₈H₆O₆

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 198.13 g/mol

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