Cat Number: PIE-0313

Gentisic acid

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CAS Number

490-79-9

Synonyms

2,5-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
Hydroquinonecarboxylic acid
Benzoic acid, 2,5-dihydroxy-

Description

2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid is an active metabolite of salicylic acid degradation. Evidence indicates that gentisic acid has anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic and antioxidant properties. It is also a byproduct of both tyrosine and benzoate metabolisms.

Molecular Weight

154.12

Molecular Formula

C7H6O4

SMILES

C1=CC(=C(C=C1O)C(=O)O)O

EINECS

207-718-5

Appearance

Light yellow crystals

Melting Point

199.5 ℃

Vapour Pressure

0.0000021 [mmHg]

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