Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate CAS 54799-94-9

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.54799-94-9
Molecular FormulaC10H12O5
Molecular Weight212.20 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate CAS 54799-94-9 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate is closely related to a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, an aromatic ring system in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

CATO supplies Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate (CAS 54799-94-9), a certified reference material (molecular formula C10H12O5, MW 212.20 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Structurally, Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate (C10H12O5) contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, an aromatic ring system. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 5.0, corresponding to approximately 5 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 212.20 g/mol, it falls into the medium-molecular-weight range. The aromatic system may exhibit native fluorescence, enabling detection with a fluorescence detector (FLD).

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)acetate under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC10H12O5
Molecular Weight212.20 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1972

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