Description
IUPAC Name: 2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid
InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O4/c1-13-8-4-6(5-9(11)12)2-3-7(8)10/h2-4,10H,5H2,1H3,(H,11,12)
InChIKey: QRMZSPFSDQBLIX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)CC(=O)O)O
Isomeric SMILES: COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)CC(=O)O)O
Synonyms: Homovanillic acid; 306-08-1; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylacetic acid; 2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid; Vanillacetic acid; Benzeneacetic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-; Vanilacetic acid; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylacetic acid; …
Botanical Source:
Homovanillic acid (HVA), a key metabolite in dopamine metabolism, is a vital compound for pharmaceutical research and clinical diagnostics. Our high-purity HVA is meticulously isolated and purified to meet the exacting standards of pharmaceutical R&D laboratories.
Technical Specifications
– Chemical Formula: C₉H₁₀O₄
– Molecular Weight: 182.17 g/mol
– CAS Number: 306-08-1
– Purity: ≥98%
– Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
– Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, and DMSO
Applications in Pharmaceutical Research
Neuroscience Research
– Essential biomarker for dopamine metabolism studies
– Crucial in neurological disorder research
– Valuable tool for investigating Parkinson’s disease mechanisms
Clinical Diagnostics
– Key indicator for catecholamine metabolism
– Important marker for neuroblastoma monitoring
– Useful in pheochromocytoma diagnosis
Drug Development
– Reference standard for pharmaceutical analysis
– Quality control marker in drug manufacturing
– Substrate for metabolic pathway studies
Benefits and Features
– Highest purity guaranteed through advanced purification techniques
– Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis provided
– Full structural characterization available
– Batch-to-batch consistency ensured
– Stable under recommended storage conditions
Storage and Handling
Store at -20°C under dry conditions. Protect from light and moisture. Stock solutions can be prepared using appropriate solvents based on specific research requirements.
Quality Assurance
Each batch undergoes rigorous quality control testing including:
– HPLC purity analysis
– NMR spectroscopy verification
– Mass spectrometry confirmation
– Elemental analysis
Research Applications
– Neurotransmitter metabolism studies
– Biomarker analysis
– Pharmaceutical development
– Clinical diagnostics
– Metabolic pathway research
Contact our technical support team for detailed specifications and custom requirements.