Benzeneacetamide, α,4-dihydroxy- is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both an amide functional group and hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring. Its structure features a benzene ring substituted with an acetamide group and two hydroxyl groups at the α and 4 positions, which contributes to its potential biological activity. This compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in polar solvents due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which can engage in hydrogen bonding. The dihydroxy substitution pattern may influence its reactivity and interactions with biological systems, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. Additionally, the compound may exhibit properties such as antioxidant activity or serve as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules. As with many organic compounds, safety and handling precautions should be observed, as the specific toxicity and environmental impact of benzeneacetamide, α,4-dihydroxy- may vary based on concentration and exposure.

Benzeneacetamide, a,4-dihydroxy-

74908-87-5: Benzeneacetamide, α,4-dihydroxy- is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both an amide functional group and hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring. Its structure features a benzene ring substituted with an acetamide group and two hydroxyl groups at the α and 4 positions, which contributes to its potential biological activity. This compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in polar solvents due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which can engage in hydrogen bonding. The dihydroxy substitution pattern may influence its reactivity and interactions with biological systems, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and pharmacology. Additionally, the compound may exhibit properties such as antioxidant activity or serve as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules. As with many organic compounds, safety and handling precautions should be observed, as the specific toxicity and environmental impact of benzeneacetamide, α,4-dihydroxy- may vary based on concentration and exposure.

<p>Applications p-Hydroxymandelamide is a useful synthetic intermediate in the synthesis of Hydroxyatenolol (H802480); a metabolite of Atenolol (A790075) which is a cardioselective β-adrenergic blocker, antihypertensive, antianginal, and antiarrhythmic (class II).<br>References Escher, B., et al.: Environ. Sci. Technol., 40, 7402 (2006); Caplar, V., et al.: Anal. Profiles Drug Subs., 13, 1 (1984)<br></p>

CAS 74908-87-5

Benzeneacetamide, a,4-dihydroxy-

p-Hydroxymandelamide

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