Homogentisic Acid

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Synonyms :2,5-Dihydroxybenzeneacetic Acid; 2,5-Dihydroxy-α-toluic Acid; 2,5-Dihydroxyphenylacetic Acid; Alcapton; Homogentisinic Acid; NSC 88940

An intermediate in the metabolism of tyrosine and phenylalanine. Occurs in plants and in the urine of alkaptonurics.

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SKU RCLST004395
CAS number 451-13-8
Molecular Formula C8H8O4
Catalog Number RCLST004395
Chemical Name Homogentisic Acid
Synonyms 2,5-Dihydroxybenzeneacetic Acid; 2,5-Dihydroxy-α-toluic Acid; 2,5-Dihydroxyphenylacetic Acid; Alcapton; Homogentisinic Acid; NSC 88940
Molecular Weight 168.15
Solubility Methanol (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly)
Stability No Data Available
Appearance White to Off-White Solid
Storage Condition Refrigerator