Compound Q&A
What is Chicoric acid (CAS: 6537-80-0)?
Answer
Chicoric acid is a natural compound with the chemical formula C15H18O9. It is a caffeic acid derivative found in various plants, including echinacea. Chicoric acid is known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, contributing to its role as a bioactive compound in herbal medicine and food science.
About
CAS No
6537-80-0
English Name
Chicoric acid
Molecular Formula
C22H18O12
Molecular Weight
474.37 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C=CC(=O)OC(C(C(=O)O)OC(=O)C=CC2=CC(=C(C=C2)O)O)C(=O)O)O)O
InChIKey
YDDGKXBLOXEEMN-IABMMNSOSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
