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2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid

Catalogue number	MES-001
Product Name	2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid
Sub Category	Pharma Reference Standard; Pharmaceutical/API Drug Impurities/Metabolites
API	Mesalazine
CAS Number	490-79-9
HS Code	29339900
Molecular formula	C₇H₆O₄
Molecular Weight	154.12
Synonyms	5-Hydroxysalicylic Acid; Carboxyhydroquinone; Gensigen; Gensigon; Gentisinic Acid; Hydroquinonecarboxylic Acid; NSC 27224; NSC 49098; NSC 78825;
Appearance	White to Pale Yellow Solid
Melting Point	204 - 207°C
Storage	Refrigerator, Under Inert Atmosphere
Solubility	DMSO (Sparingly), Methanol (Slightly)
Stability	No Data Available
Boiling Point	No Data Available
Applications	2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid is an active metabolite of salicylic acid degradation. Evidence indicates that gentisic acid has anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic and antioxidant properties. It is also a byproduct of both tyrosine and benzoate metabolisms.
Information	This product is for commercial use only and strictly NOT for human or animal consumption
Shipping Condition	Stable to be shipped at room temperature
Inventory Status	In Stock
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Chemical Name: 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid

Synonym: 5-Hydroxysalicylic Acid; Carboxyhydroquinone; Gensigen; Gensigon; Gentisinic Acid; Hydroquinonecarboxylic Acid; NSC 27224; NSC 49098; NSC 78825;