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(-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid

Also known as: 3-Dehydroshikimic acid, 5-Dehydroshikimic acid, DHS, (4S,5R)-(−)-4,5-Dihydroxy-3-oxo-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, (4S,5R)-3-Oxo-4,5-dihydroxycyclohexa-1-ene-1-carboxylic acid, 4,5-Dihydroxy-3-oxo-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, (-)-3-Dehydro Shikimic Acid, Shikimic Acid Impurity 8

(-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid (CAS 2922-42-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O5 and a molecular weight of 172.13500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 405.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.713g/cm3 and a flash point of 213ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2922-42-1
Jingsj CID
J-1331599-6
Molecular Formula
C7H8O5
Molecular Weight
172.13500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point405.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.713g/cm3
Flash Point213ºC
Exact Mass172.03700
PSA94.83000
Vapor Pressure2.99E-08mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.651
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid?

The CAS number of (-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid is 2922-42-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid?

(-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid has molecular formula C7H8O5 and molecular weight 172.13500 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid?

For (-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid, Upstream Products: Shikimic acid, D-(-)-Quinic acid, Phosphoenolpyruvic acid; Downstream Products: protocatechuic acid, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, Gallic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(-)-3-Dehydroshikimic acid (CAS 2922-42-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1331599-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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