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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

3-Hydroxymandelic acid

Also known as 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid, alpha,3-Dihydroxybenzeneacetic acid, meta-hydroxymandelic acid

CAS 17119-15-2Formula C8H8O4Molar mass 168.15 g/molEC 241-182-3
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3-Hydroxymandelic acid chemical structure, C8H8O4, CAS 17119-15-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
17119-15-2
Formula
C8H8O4
Molar mass
168.15 g/mol
EC number
241-182-3
HS code
291899
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is 3-Hydroxymandelic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-hydroxymandelic acid is a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid that is mandelic acid substituted by a hydroxy group at position 3'. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a member of phenols and a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid. It is functionally related to a mandelic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
CAS number
17119-15-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
241-182-3
Molecular formula
C8H8O4
UNII
537K5QMU5F
MDL number
MFCD00042723
InChIKey
OLSDAJRAVOVKLG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H8O4/c9-6-3-1-2-5(4-6)7(10)8(11)12/h1-4,7,9-10H,(H,11,12)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)O)C(C(=O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
  • alpha,3-Dihydroxybenzeneacetic acid
  • meta-hydroxymandelic acid
  • m-Hydroxymandelic acid
  • 3-Hydroxyphenylglycolic acid
  • Hydroxy(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
  • MHMA
  • dl-Hydroxy(m-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
  • 3-Hydroxymandelate
  • (Alphar)-alpha,3-dihydroxybenzeneacetic acid
  • Mandelic acid, m-hydroxy-
  • M-hydroxymandelate
  • DL-3-Hydroxymandelate
  • (+/-)-3-hydroxymandelic acid
  • a,3-Dihydroxy-benzeneacetic acid
  • Benzeneacetic acid, ?,3-dihydroxy-
  • m-hydroxy-(6CI,7CI,8CI)Mandelate
  • Hydroxy(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid #
  • 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxyphenyl)aceticacid
  • m-hydroxy-(6CI,7CI,8CI)Mandelic acid
  • 3-Hydroxymandelic acid, >=97.0% (T)
  • 3-Hydroxymandelic acid, (+/-)-
  • 2-hydroxy-2-(3-hydroxyphenyl)ethanoic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
168.15 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
168.0423 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.51calc.
Topological polar surface area
77.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.13calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 3-Hydroxymandelic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.99Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone)…

World exports in 2024
$1.46B
−1.1% vs 2023, imports $1.54B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.0%
  2. India * partner reported26.6%
  3. Germany8.0%
Top importers
  1. United States25.6%
  2. Brazil6.7%
  3. Argentina5.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 3-Hydroxymandelic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 3-Hydroxymandelic acid, based on the data on this page

What is 3-Hydroxymandelic acid?

3-hydroxymandelic acid is a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid that is mandelic acid substituted by a hydroxy group at position 3'. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a member of phenols and a 2-hydroxy monocarboxylic acid. It is functionally related to a mandelic acid.

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxymandelic acid?

The CAS registry number of 3-Hydroxymandelic acid is 17119-15-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 3-Hydroxymandelic acid?

The molecular formula of 3-Hydroxymandelic acid is C8H8O4 and its molar mass is 168.15 g/mol.

What is 3-Hydroxymandelic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 3-Hydroxymandelic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory, animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, human metabolite and 2 more.

Is 3-Hydroxymandelic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 3-Hydroxymandelic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 3-Hydroxymandelic acid?

3-Hydroxymandelic acid is usually classified under HS code 291899 (Carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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