4,4'-Dihydroxy-biphenyl-2-carboxylic acid

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  • CAT Number: L021261
  • CAS Number: 53197-57-2
  • Molecular Formula: C13H10O4
  • Molecular Weight: 230.22
  • Purity: ≥95%
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4,4′-Dihydroxy-biphenyl-2-carboxylic acid(Cat No.:L021261)is an aromatic compound featuring a biphenyl core substituted with hydroxyl groups at both 4-positions and a carboxylic acid group at the 2-position. This multifunctional molecule exhibits both phenolic and acidic properties, making it valuable in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and pharmaceutical research. The hydroxyl groups enable hydrogen bonding and metal coordination, while the carboxylic acid allows for esterification, amidation, and salt formation. It is often used as a monomer or intermediate in the production of polyesters, polyamides, and biologically active compounds with anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial potential.


CAS Number 53197-57-2
Molecular Formula C13H10O4
Purity ≥95%
IUPAC Name 5-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)benzoic acid
InChI InChI=1S/C13H10O4/c14-9-3-1-8(2-4-9)11-6-5-10(15)7-12(11)13(16)17/h1-7,14-15H,(H,16,17)
InChIKey BBGRLYLKUDNCGG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES C1=CC(=CC=C1C2=C(C=C(C=C2)O)C(=O)O)O
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