Caffeic acid

• CAT Number: R013839
• CAS Number: 331-39-5
• Molecular Formula: C₉H₈O₄
• Molecular Weight: 180.16
• Purity: 98%
• Synonyms: 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; 3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic Acid; 3,4-Dihydroxybenzeneacrylic Acid; 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; 4-(2-Carboxyethenyl)-1,2-dihydroxybenzene; NSC 57197; NSC 623438
• Target: Neuronal Signaling
• Appearance: White solid
• Storage: 3 years -20C powder
• Analysis method: HPLC
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8O4/c10-7-3-1-6(5-8(7)11)2-4-9(12)13/h1-5,10-11H,(H,12,13)/b4-2+
• InChIKey: QAIPRVGONGVQAS-DUXPYHPUSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=C(C=C1C=CC(=O)O)O)O

Caffeic acid(CAT: R013839) holds significance in the realm of natural organic compounds. As a hydroxycinnamic acid, it is a naturally occurring compound found in various plant sources. Caffeic acid exhibits antioxidant properties and is known for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects. Its presence in plants contributes to their defense against environmental stressors.