DL-Mandelic acid

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Description

It is an isomer of cresotinic acid (2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid) and oxymethylbenzoic acid (2-methoxybenzoic acid). Derivatives of mandelic acid are formed as a result of metabolism of adrenaline and noradrenaline by monoamine oxidase and catechol-o-methyl transferase. It is also present in certain skin care products is an intermediate molecule in the production of other biochemicals may be used as an analytical reagent and is a precursor in the manufacture of dyes. Mandelic acid is found to be associated with phenylketonuria which is an inborn error of metabolism.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 90-64-2
• MW: 152.15
• Purity: >98% (HPLC)
• Formula: C₈H₈O₃
• SMILES: OC(C(O)=O)c1ccccc1
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Solubility: DMSO:10 mM

Bioactivity

• In Vitro:
  Mandelic acid ((±)-Mandelic acid) exhibits significant sperm-immobilizing effects and caused mild plasma membrane injury, suggesting that it has potential for development as a future non-surfactant spermicide. Mandelic acid, an alpha-hydroxyacid derived from the hydrolysis of an extract of bitter almonds, has been studied extensively for its possible uses in health care products, such as photoaging, irregular pigmentation, and antimicrobial.

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

acidomandelico

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