3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid, with the CAS number 5438-38-0, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of benzoic acids. It features a benzoic acid core substituted with an ethoxy group at the meta position and a hydroxyl group at the para position. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents, with limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic ethoxy group. The presence of both the ethoxy and hydroxyl groups contributes to its potential as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its functional groups also suggest that it may exhibit antioxidant properties and could be of interest in various biochemical applications. As with many organic compounds, handling should be done with care, considering potential health and environmental impacts. Proper safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment, are recommended when working with this substance.

3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid

5438-38-0: Benzoic acid, 3-ethoxy-4-hydroxy-, 3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid, NSC 16681, 4-Hydroxy-3-ethoxybenzoic acid

3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid

3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid is a natural product that has been found to be an inhibitor of formate dehydrogenase. It is metabolized by glucuronidation and demethylation, with the latter being catalysed by aldehyde oxidase. 3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid is also partially catalysed by nerve tissue, which may be due to its ability to inhibit acetylcholinesterase activity. The compound has also been detected in human urine at concentrations of up to 0.05mg/l. This suggests that 3-ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid can be used as a biomarker for exposure to toxicants such as arsenic and mercury, although it may also be present in trace amounts due to its natural occurrence in plants and their products.

CAS 5438-38-0: 3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid

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