Homogentisic Acid – 500 mg

Brand:
Cayman
CAS:
451-13-8
Storage:
-20
UN-No:
Non-Hazardous - /

Homogentisic acid is a phenolic acid and intermediate in the catabolism of aromatic amino acids, including phenylalanine and tyrosine. It is formed in excess during alkaptonuria, whereas excess deposition of homogentisic acid in connective tissues produces ochronosis.{31989}  

 

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Description

An intermediate in the catabolism of aromatic amino acids; formed in excess during alkaptonuria


Formal name: 2,5-dihydroxy-benzeneacetic acid

Synonyms:  2,5-dihydroxy-α-Toluic Acid|Alcapton|NSC 88940

Molecular weight: 168.1

CAS: 451-13-8

Purity: ≥95%

Formulation: A crystalline solid


Product Type|Biochemicals|Natural Products||Research Area|Endocrinology & Metabolism