Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of [4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]acetic acid (CAS: 73401-74-8)?
Answer
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[4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]acetic acid is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of various medicinal compounds. It is also utilized as an intermediate in the production of other organic chemicals.
About
CAS No
73401-74-8
English Name
[4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl]acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H10O3
Molecular Weight
166.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1CC(=O)O)CO
InChIKey
FWZBPBKAANKOJQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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