Gallic acid monohydrate
Also known as: Gallic acid hydrate, Gallic acid monohydrate, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid monohydrate, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid hydrate, Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, hydrate (1:1), GALLIC ACID-1-HYDRATE
Gallic acid monohydrate (CAS 5995-86-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O6 and a molecular weight of 188.135 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 252 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 596.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.694 and a flash point of 250 °C. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 10.00 to 10.00 CNY per 25g. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5995-86-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-198-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8O6
- Molecular Weight
- 188.135 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
In Stock | 99% 25g | ¥250.00 | $1.5 /gBest ¥10.00/g CNY | CN China MOQ 25g |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 252 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 596.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.694 |
| Flash Point | 250 °C |
| Exact Mass | 188.032089 |
| PSA | 107.22000 |
| LogP | 0.43730 |
| Additional Property | 15 g/l (20 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | COX-2 Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Amaravani M, et al. COX-2 structural analysis and docking studies with gallic acid structural analogues. Springerplus. 2012 Dec;1(1):58. [2]. Bak EJ, et al. Gallic acid improves glucose tolerance and triglyceride concentration in diet-induced obesity mice. Scand J Clin Lab Invest. 2013 Dec;73(8):607-14. [3]. Cheng Y, et al. Plant Natural Products Calycosin and Gallic Acid Synergistically Attenuate Neutrophil Infiltration and Subsequent Injury in Isoproterenol-Induced Myocardial Infarction: A Possible Role for Leukotriene B4 12-Hydroxydehydrogenase? Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2015;2015:434052. [4]. Felipe Hugo Alencar Fernandes, et al. Gallic Acid: Review of the Methods of Determination and Quantification. Crit Rev Anal Chem |
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 Gallic acid monohydrate?
The CAS number of Gallic acid monohydrate is 5995-86-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Gallic acid monohydrate?
Gallic acid monohydrate has molecular formula C7H8O6 and molecular weight 188.135 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer Gallic acid monohydrate?
1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥10.00–10.00 /g.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Gallic acid monohydrate?
For Gallic acid monohydrate, Downstream Products: Methyl 3,4,5-trimethoxybenzoate.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Gallic acid monohydrate (CAS 5995-86-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-198-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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