Vanillylmandelic acid
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Vanillylmandelic acid (VMA) is a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of artificial vanilla flavorings[1] and is an end-stage metabolite of the catecholamines (epinephrine, and norepinephrine). It is produced via intermediary metabolites.
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Preferred IUPAC name
Hydroxy(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid | |
Other names
2-Hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid α,4-Dihydroxy-3-methoxybenzeneacetic acid VMA Vanillomandelic acid Vanillylmandelic acid Vanilmandelic acid | |
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2213227 | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.000.204 |
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MeSH | Vanilmandelic+acid |
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CompTox Dashboard (EPA) |
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Properties | |
C9H10O5 | |
Molar mass | 198.173 g/mol |
Appearance | White powder |
Melting point | 133 °C (271 °F; 406 K) |
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Safety data sheet (SDS) | MSDS at Sigma Aldrich |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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