3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid
Also known as: 2,4-Dihydroxyhydrocinnamic acid, Hydroumbellic acid, 2,4-Dihydroxybenzenepropanoic acid, 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid, NSC 71551
3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid (CAS 5631-68-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10O4 and a molecular weight of 182.173 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 158-162ºC, a boiling point of 418.0±14.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 220.8±16.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5631-68-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-36589-9
- Molecular Formula
- C9H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 182.173 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 158-162ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 418.0±14.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 220.8±16.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 182.057907 |
| PSA | 77.76000 |
| LogP | 0.38 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.620 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Ki: 3.02 μM (L-Tyrosine); 11.5 μM (DL-DOPA)[1] |
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| Additional Information | [1]. Shimizu K, et al. Novel vitamin E derivative with 4-substituted resorcinol moiety has both antioxidant and tyrosinase inhibitory properties. Lipids. 2001 Dec;36(12):1321-6. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
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| 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 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?
The CAS number of 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid is 5631-68-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?
3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid has molecular formula C9H10O4 and molecular weight 182.173 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid?
For 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)propionic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Chloropropiononitrile, Resorcinol, 3-Ethoxypropionitrile; Downstream Products: Resorcinol, Methyl 3-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)propanoate, 3-(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)propanoic acid.
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