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Gallic acid monohydrate
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Gallic acid monohydrate is a polyphenolic compound used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and as a food additive for its antioxidant properties. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 188.13 g/mol, a CAS number of 5995-86-8, and a molecular formula of (HO)₃C₆H₂COOH·H₂O. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Gallic acid monohydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 kg — £103.30 per pack ex VAT · £123.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 10% |
| Assay | ⩾ 99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| APHA | ≤ 250 |
| Tannic Acid | ≤ 1.0ppm |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 10ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19107161 |
| CAS Number | 5995-86-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid;hydrate |
| Molecular Formula | (HO)3C6H2COOH . H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 188.13 |
| Exact Mass | 188.0321 |
| SMILES | C1=C(C=C(C(=C1O)O)O)C(=O)O.O |
| InChIKey | IUTKPPDDLYYMBE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H6O5.H2O/c8-4-1-3(7(11)12)2-5(9)6(4)10;/h1-2,8-10H,(H,11,12);1H2 |
| PubChem CID | 24721416 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2918.29.30.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2918290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid hydrate
- 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid hydrate (1:1)
- 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid monohydrate
- Acidum Gallicum
- Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, hydrate
- Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, hydrate (1:1)
- Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, monohydrate
- Gallic Acid Hydrate
- GALLIC ACID MONOHYDRAT
- Gallicum acidum
Frequently asked questions
What is gallic acid monohydrate used for?
It is commonly used as an antioxidant, in pharmaceuticals, and as a precursor in the synthesis of other chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of gallic acid monohydrate?
The formula is (HO)3C6H2COOH · H2O with a molecular weight of 188.13 g/mol.
How should gallic acid monohydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for gallic acid monohydrate?
It is available in analytical grade for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply gallic acid monohydrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply gallic acid monohydrate in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of gallic acid monohydrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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