beta-Resorcylic acid
Agent Name
beta-Resorcylic acid
CAS Number
89-86-1
Formula
C7-H6-O4
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2,4-DHBA; 2,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid; 2,4-Resorcylic acid; 4-Carboxyresorcinol; 4-Hydroxysalicylic acid; BRA; Benzoic acid, 2,4-dihydroxy-; RESORCYLIC ACID, BETA; beta-Resorcinolic acid; p-Hydroxysalicylic acid; [ChemIDplus] 2,4-Dihydroxybenzenecarboxylic acid; [Merck Index]
Category
Other Aromatic Compounds
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a test reagent for iron and an intermediate (dyestuffs and drugs); [Merck Index] Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]
Comments
Intraperitoneal LD50 (mouse) > 800 mg/kg; [RTECS] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] A skin and strong eye irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
2.1E-06 mm Hg
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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