3,​4-​Dimethoxybenzoic Acid (Veratric Acid)

• CAT Number: R046203
• CAS Number: 93-07-2
• Molecular Formula: C9H10O4
• Molecular Weight: 182.18
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Dimethylprotocatechuic acid; NSC 7721
• Target: NF-κB
• Storage: 3 years -20C powder
• IUPAC Name: 3,4-dimethoxybenzoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O4/c1-12-7-4-3-6(9(10)11)5-8(7)13-2/h3-5H,1-2H3,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: DAUAQNGYDSHRET-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C(=O)O)OC

3,4-Dimethoxybenzoic acid(CAT: R046203), also known as veratric acid, is an aromatic carboxylic acid featuring methoxy groups at the 3- and 4-positions of the benzene ring and a carboxyl group at position 1. Naturally occurring in various plants, veratric acid is known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, making it a subject of interest in pharmacological and nutraceutical research. It also serves as a synthetic intermediate in the production of dyes, fragrances, and bioactive compounds. Its phenolic ether structure enhances chemical stability and lipophilicity.