584-87-2 | 3-Formyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
100mg	98%	in stock	$5.00	$4.00
250mg	98%	in stock	$8.00	$6.00
1g	98%	in stock	$13.00	$10.00
5g	98%	in stock	$43.00	$31.00
10g	98%	in stock	$85.00	$60.00
25g	98%	in stock	$209.00	$147.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB65038
• Chemical Name: 3-Formyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid
• CAS Number: 584-87-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H6O4
• Molecular Weight: 166.1308
• MDL Number: MFCD00016595
• SMILES: O=Cc1cc(ccc1O)C(=O)O
• NSC Number: 115705

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 190
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 12
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 4
• Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 2
• Rotatable Bond Count: 2
• XLogP3: 1.5

Upstream Synthesis Route

3-Formyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid, also known as vanillic aldehyde, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a key building block for the production of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavor compounds. In organic synthesis, 3-Formyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid is utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of important intermediates, such as vanillin, a popular flavoring agent. Additionally, this compound can be employed in the development of complex molecules through its ability to undergo various reactions, including condensation, esterification, and oxidation. Its unique structure and reactivity make it a valuable tool in the hands of chemists for the creation of diverse compounds with significant applications in different industries.