Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzoate (CAS: 3943-89-3)?
Answer
Ethyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzoate (CAS: 3943-89-3) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H10O5. It is an ester derived from 3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid and ethanol, featuring hydroxyl groups at the 3 and 4 positions of the benzene ring. This compound is commonly used as a precursor in pharmaceutical and industrial applications due to its stability and reactivity.
About
CAS No
3943-89-3
English Name
Ethyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H10O4
Molecular Weight
182.17 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)O
InChIKey
KBPUBCVJHFXPOC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08