Protocatechuic Acid
Product Description
| Product | Protocatechuic Acid |
| CAS | 99-50-3 |
| Formula | C7H6O4 |
| Synonym | 3,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid, PCA, 3,4-Dihydroxybenzoic acid |
Typical Product Specifications
| Appearance | Tan, solid crystalline powder |
| Odor | Mild, phenolic odor |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in water (1:50), Soluble in Alcohol and ether |
| Melting Point | 221C |
| Boiling Point | 410C |
| Molecular weight | 54.12 |
| Chemical Structure | ![]() |
| Notes | Use: SKIN PROTECTING |
| Class | Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) & Intermediates, Organic Intermediates and Compounds |
| Function | Antimicrobial |
| Industry | Pharmaceutical |

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