About Homovanillic acid
Homovanillic acidanalytical standardSynonym: 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylacetic acid, HVACAS Number306-08-1Linear FormulaHOC6H3(OCH3)CH2CO2HMolecular Weight182.17PropertiesRelated CategoriesAdditional Standards,Analytical Standards,Analytical/Chromatography,Chromatography,Dopamine Metabolite,Drugs & Metabolites,Pharmaceutical and Drug Standardsgrade analytical standardInChI Key QRMZSPFSDQBLIX-UHFFFAOYSA-Nassay 97.0% (HPLC)form neatshelf life limited shelf life, expiry date on the labelapplication(s) HPLC: suitablegas chromatography (GC): suitablemp 141-143C142-145C(lit.)format neat
FAQs of Homovanillic acid:
Q: What is the primary application of Homovanillic acid?
A: Homovanillic acid is primarily used as a reagent to detect oxidative enzymes and is associated with dopamine levels in the brain.
Q: What is the melting point range of Homovanillic acid?
A: The melting point of Homovanillic acid is between 142C and 145C.
Q: What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Homovanillic acid?
A: The molecular formula of Homovanillic acid is C9H10O4, and its molecular weight is 182.1733 grams (g).
Q: What is the purity level of Homovanillic acid?
A: Homovanillic acid is available with 99% purity.
Q: How is Homovanillic acid produced during metabolism?
A: Homovanillic acid is produced by the consecutive action of monoamine oxidase and catechol-O-methyltransferase on dopamine.