Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Hydroxy(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid (CAS: 7198-10-9)?
Answer
Hydroxy(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid (CAS: 7198-10-9) is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 194.16 g/mol. It has a pKa of 3.56 and is slightly soluble in water. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can react with strong bases to form salts. It is used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and as a starting material for the production of other compounds.
About
CAS No
7198-10-9
English Name
Hydroxy(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4
Molecular Weight
168.15 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C(C(=O)O)O)O.O
InChIKey
YHXHKYRQLYQUIH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 06:21
