4-Hydroxymandelic acid
Also known as: p-Hydroxymandelic acid, 2-Hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid, 4-Hydroxyphenylglycolic acid, DL-4-Hydroxymandelic acid, alpha,4-Dihydroxybenzeneacetic acid
4-Hydroxymandelic acid (CAS 1198-84-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O4 and a molecular weight of 168.14700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 82-85 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 405.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.48 g/cm3 and a flash point of 213.1ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1198-84-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-24020-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 168.14700 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 82-85 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 405.4ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.48 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 213.1ºC |
| Exact Mass | 168.04200 |
| PSA | 77.76000 |
| LogP | 0.51020 |
| Storage Conditions | -20°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Li FF, et al. Engineering Escherichia coli for production of 4-hydroxymandelic acid using glucose-xylosemixture. Microb Cell Fact. 2016 May 27;15:90. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxymandelic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Hydroxymandelic acid is 1198-84-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxymandelic acid?
4-Hydroxymandelic acid has molecular formula C8H8O4 and molecular weight 168.14700 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Hydroxymandelic acid?
For 4-Hydroxymandelic acid, Upstream Products: Glyoxylic acid, Phenol, N-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)glycine; Downstream Products: 2-Methylbenzyl Alcohol, 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, 4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde.
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