Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 3-Hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 99-06-9)?
Answer
3-Hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 99-06-9) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a precursor for anti-inflammatory drugs and antiseptics. It also finds applications in the food industry as a preservative and in research for synthesizing other organic compounds. Additionally, it is used in the production of dyes and coatings due to its chemical reactivity and functional groups.
About
CAS No
99-06-9
English Name
3-Hydroxybenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H6O3
Molecular Weight
138.12 g/mol
EINECS
202-726-5
SMILES
OC(=O)c1cccc(O)c1
InChIKey
IJFXRHURBJZNAO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
