Compound Q&A
What is 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid (CAS: 1078-61-1)?
Answer
3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid, also known as vanillic acid, is a naturally occurring organic compound with the chemical formula C8H8O4. It is a phenolic acid characterized by its aromatic ring structure and hydroxyl groups, commonly found in plant extracts. Vanillic acid is known for its role in the metabolism of vanillin and exhibits antioxidant properties.
About
CAS No
1078-61-1
English Name
3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H10O4
Molecular Weight
182.18 g/mol
SMILES
OC(=O)CCc1ccc(O)c(O)c1
InChIKey
DZAUWHJDUNRCTF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
