5-Chlorovanillic acid

CAS: 62936-23-6

Ref. 3D-FC76679

Product Information

• Name: 5-Chlorovanillic acid
• Synonyms: 5-Chloro-4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid5-Chloro-3-methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 5-Chlorovanillic acid is a weight compound that belongs to the group of methoxylated compounds. It is a precursor in the catabolic pathway of vanillic acid, which is synthesized from p-hydroxybenzoic acid. This compound can be found as one of the major phenolic acids in many plants and fruits, such as strawberries and apples. 5-Chlorovanillic acid has been shown to be an inhibitor for the growth of bacterial strains in culture, including C. perfringens. It has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 202.59 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₇ClO₄
• Purity: 80%
• Color/Form: Powder