Synonyms
benzene-1,2,3-triol
1,2,3-trihydroxybenzene
pyrogallic acid
Description
Pyrogallol is a benzenetriol carrying hydroxy groups at positions 1, 2 and 3. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a phenolic donor and a benzenetriol.
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)O)O)O
Appearance
odorless white to gray solid
Density, g/cm3
1.453 at 4 ℃
Refractive Index
1.561 at 134 ℃/D
Vapour Pressure
0.000479 [mmHg]