Melilotic acid - CAS 495-78-3

Melilotic acid (3- (2-Hydroxyphenyl) propionic acid), also known as melilotic acid or melilotate. Within the cell, 3- (2-hydroxyphenyl) propanoic acid is primarily located in the cytoplasm. Melilotic acid can be biosynthesized from propionic acid. Outside of the human body, 3- (2-hydroxyphenyl) propanoic acid can be found in a number of food items such as herbs and spices, red beetroot, chinese cinnamon, and bilberry. This makes 3- (2-hydroxyphenyl) propanoic acid a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products.

Endogenous Metabolite

Metabolism

414

>99.99%

C9H10O3

166.17

OC(=O)CCC1=C(O)C=CC=C1

-20°C

Ice Packs

Natural Product