Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 303-07-1)?
Answer
2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a precursor for drug synthesis. It also finds applications in the production of dyes, pigments, and industrial chemicals. In research settings, it is used for the development of new materials and as a building block in organic synthesis processes.
About
CAS No
303-07-1
English Name
2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H6O4
Molecular Weight
154.12 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)O)O
InChIKey
AKEUNCKRJATALU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
