Description
3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoic acid is an important fine chemical product or pharmaceutical intermediate, which is widely used in the fields of medicine, dye, food and fine chemical industry.
Synthesis
3,4,5-trimethoxybenzoic acid can be synthesised by methoxylation of gallic acid and dimethyl sulfate, and the fine product is obtained after neutralization, filtration and washing.
Physical properties
3,4,5-Trimethoxy benzoic acid is a white to beige fine crystalline powder.
Uses
3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoic acid is used as intermediates in medicine and organic synthesis. It acts as a metabolite of trimebutine. It is widely used in making dyes and inks, photographic developers and used as astringents in medically.
Uses
A metabolite of Trimebutine (T795605).
Definition
ChEBI: A benzoic acid derivative carrying 3-, 4- and 5-methoxy substituents.