Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2-(4-Hydroxybenzoyl) Benzoic Acid (CAS: 85-57-4)?
Answer
2-(4-Hydroxybenzoyl) Benzoic Acid (CAS: 85-57-4) is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of other active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is also utilized in the food industry as a preservative and antioxidant. Additionally, it serves as a research compound in various chemical studies.
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
