An intermediate in the metabolism of tyrosine and phenylalanine. Occurs in plants and in the urine of alkaptonurics.
SKU | RCLST004395 |
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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 |