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CAS 109170-71-0 — 3,4-Dihydroxyphenylpyruvic acid

3,4-Dihydroxyphenylpyruvic acid is an organic compound and a key intermediate in tyrosine metabolism, primarily used in biochemical research, particularly in studies of melanin synthesis, antioxidant pathways, and metabolic disorders. It serves as a precursor in the biosynthesis of melanin and is investigated for its role in cellular signaling and neuroprotective mechanisms. This chemical has a CAS number of 109170-71-0, with the molecular formula C9H8O5 and a molecular weight of 196.1568. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and poses no acute hazard, carrying no signal word. Molekula supplies 3,4-Dihydroxyphenylpyruvic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.