Compound Q&A
What is 2-(4-Hydroxybenzoyl) Benzoic Acid (CAS: 85-57-4)?
Answer
2-(4-Hydroxybenzoyl) Benzoic Acid (CAS: 85-57-4) is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C16H12O5. It is soluble in water and has a weak acidity. This compound is used in various applications including pharmaceuticals, as an intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds, and in certain food products for its antioxidant properties.
About
CAS No
85-57-4
English Name
2-(4-Hydroxybenzoyl) Benzoic Acid
Molecular Formula
C14H10O4
Molecular Weight
242.23 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
YGTUPRIZNBMOFV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 00:26
