Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2-Hydroxy-6-pentadecylbenzoic acid (CAS: 16611-84-0)?
Answer
2-Hydroxy-6-pentadecylbenzoic acid (CAS: 16611-84-0) is mainly used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of APIs. It is also used in organic synthesis for its structural properties and in some cosmetic products for its potential skin-protecting properties.
About
CAS No
16611-84-0
English Name
2-Hydroxy-6-pentadecylbenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C22H36O3
Molecular Weight
348.5 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC1=C(C(=CC=C1)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
ADFWQBGTDJIESE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-25 07:24
