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Gallic acid
Gallic acid is a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food preservation due to its antioxidant properties. It is available in high purity and is commonly employed in research and industrial applications. CAS: 149-91-7, Molecular Formula: C7H6O5, Molecular Weight: 170.12 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Gallic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Gallic acid is a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food preservation due to its antioxidant properties. It is available in high purity and is commonly employed in research and industrial applications. CAS: 149-91-7, Molecular Formula: C7H6O5, Molecular Weight: 170.12 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Gallic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥99% |
| Turbidity | Clear |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| APHA | ≤180 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 149-91-7 |
| Molecular Formula | (HO)3C6H2CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 170.12 |
| SMILES | O=C(O)C1=CC(O)=C(O)C(O)=C1 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29182975 |
| Tariff Code | 2918290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is gallic acid used for?
Gallic acid is commonly used as an antioxidant, in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, and as a reagent in analytical chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of gallic acid?
The formula is (HO)3C6H2CO2H and the molecular weight is 170.12 g/mol.
How should gallic acid be stored?
Gallic acid should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of gallic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies gallic acid in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply gallic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply gallic acid in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with a gallic acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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