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Eucomic acid

Also known as (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]butanedioic acid, (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-((4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl)butanedioic acid, Eucomic acid, (-)-

CAS 60449-48-1Formula C11H12O6Molar mass 240.21 g/mol
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Eucomic acid chemical structure, C11H12O6, CAS 60449-48-1
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CAS number
60449-48-1
Formula
C11H12O6
Molar mass
240.21 g/mol
HS code
291899
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Eucomic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Eucomic acid, (-)- is a natural product found particularly in Lotus japonicus and Lycoris radiata. It has a role as a metabolite.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R)-2-hydroxy-2-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]butanedioic acid
CAS number
60449-48-1
Molecular formula
C11H12O6
InChIKey
XLGKDRSWPCQYAB-LLVKDONJSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H12O6/c12-8-3-1-7(2-4-8)5-11(17,10(15)16)6-9(13)14/h1-4,12,17H,5-6H2,(H,13,14)(H,15,16)/t11-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
O=C(O)CC(O)(Cc1ccc(O)cc1)C(=O)O
Isomeric SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C[C@@](CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]butanedioic acid
  • (2R)-2-hydroxy-2-((4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl)butanedioic acid
  • Eucomic acid, (-)-
  • (R)-2-Hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxybenzyl)succinic acid
  • ACon1_001561
  • (2r)-2-(p-hydroxybenzyl)malic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
240.21 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
240.0634 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.23calc.
Topological polar surface area
115.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.27calc.
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

  • 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 Eucomic 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Eucomic acid, based on the data on this page

What is Eucomic acid?

Eucomic acid, (-)- is a natural product found particularly in Lotus japonicus and Lycoris radiata. It has a role as a metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Eucomic acid?

The CAS registry number of Eucomic acid is 60449-48-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Eucomic acid?

The molecular formula of Eucomic acid is C11H12O6 and its molar mass is 240.21 g/mol.

What is Eucomic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of Eucomic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory and metabolite.

Is Eucomic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Eucomic 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 Eucomic acid?

Eucomic 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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