| Description | 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic acid (Gentisic acid) is an active metabolite of salicylic acid degradation with a broad spectrum of biological activity, such as anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic and antioxidant properties. |
| Synonyms | 龙胆酸, 5-Hydroxysalicylic acid, Gentisic acid, Phloretate, Carboxyhydroquinone, Hydroquinonecarboxylic acid, Gentianic acid |
| molecular weight | 154.12 |
| Molecular formula | C7H6O4 |
| CAS | 490-79-9 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 60 mg/mL (389.3 mM) |
| References | 1. Wang L, et al. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci. 2013 Oct 15;937:91-6. |