| Identification | |
| Name: | Vanillic acid |
| Synonyms: | 2-Methoxy-4-carboxyphenol;3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid;4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid;NSC 3987;NSC 674322;VA;m-Methoxy-p-hydroxy-benzoic acid;Benzoicacid, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-; |
| CAS: | 121-34-6 |
| EINECS: | 204-466-8 |
| Molecular Formula: | C8H8O4 |
| Molecular Weight: | 168.15 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/C8H8O4/c1-12-7-4-5(8(10)11)2-3-6(7)9/h2-4,9H,1H3,(H,10,11) |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Flash Point: | 149.4 oC |
| Boiling Point: | 353.4 oC at 760 mmHg |
| Density: | 1.351 g/cm3 |
| Stability: | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
| Water Solubility: | 1500 mg/L at 14 °C in water |
| Appearance: | white odourless crystals or powder |
| Specification: |
?Vanillic acid (CAS NO.121-34-6), its Synonyms are 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic acid ; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid ; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy- ; Acide vanillique ; Protocatechuic acid, 3-methyl ester ; VA ; m-Anisic acid, 4-hydroxy- ; p-Vanillic acid . |
| Report: |
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. |
| HS Code: | 29189090 |
| Flash Point: | 149.4 oC |
| Storage Temperature: | Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. |
| Usage: | Used as a flavoring agent. |
| Safety Data | |
| Hazard Symbols |
Xi:Irritant
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