4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid

• CAT Number: R017281
• CAS Number: 3006-96-0
• Molecular Formula: C8H8O3
• Molecular Weight: 152.149
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 4-Carboxybenzyl Alcohol; p-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid; p-Carboxybenzyl Alcohol; α-Hydroxy-p-toluic Acid; α-Hydroxy-p-toluic Acid; 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid; USP Eprosartan Related Compound E; USP Ecamsule Related Compound B
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8O3/c9-5-6-1-3-7(4-2-6)8(10)11/h1-4,9H,5H2,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: WWYFPDXEIFBNKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=CC=C1CO)C(=O)O

4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic compound widely used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Featuring a hydroxymethyl group at the para position of the benzoic acid structure, it serves as an important intermediate in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules. This compound is utilized in the preparation of polymer materials and as a building block in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. Its reactivity enables functionalization, making it suitable for modifications to enhance biological activity or solubility. With its diverse applications, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic Acid plays a critical role in advancing chemical research and product development.