2,5-Dihydroxycinnamic acid is a hydroxycinnamic acid. It is an
isomer
In chemistry, isomers are molecules or polyatomic ions with identical molecular formulae – that is, same number of atoms of each element – but distinct arrangements of atoms in space. Isomerism is existence or possibility of isomers.
Iso ...
of
caffeic acid.
Preparation
2,5-Dihydroxycinnamic acid is produced by
Elbs persulfate oxidation of
o-Coumaric acid.
See also
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Homogentisic acid
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Gentisic acid
Gentisic acid is a dihydroxybenzoic acid. It is a derivative of benzoic acid and a minor (1%) product of the metabolic break down of aspirin, excreted by the kidneys.
It is also found in the African tree ''Alchornea cordifolia'' and in wine.
Pro ...
References
Hydroxycinnamic acids
Hydroquinones
Vinylogous carboxylic acids
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