Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-oxopropanoic acid (CAS: 4228-66-4)?
Answer
3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-oxopropanoic acid is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant agent. It is also utilized as a food additive for its potential health benefits and as a research tool in biochemistry and pharmacology.
About
CAS No
4228-66-4
English Name
3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-oxopropanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H8O5
Molecular Weight
196.16 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1CC(=O)C(=O)O)O)O
InChIKey
LQQFFJFGLSKYIR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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