Vanillin is a member of the class of benzaldehydes carrying methoxy and hydroxy substituents at positions 3 and 4 respectively. Among its listed roles, it functions as a plant metabolite, an anti-inflammatory agent, a flavouring agent, an antioxidant and an anticonvulsant. It belongs to the class of phenols, a monomethoxybenzene and a member of benzaldehydes. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Vanillic aldehyde and Lioxin. It is also listed for alternate use as: API Intermediate. Its PubChem CID is 1183.
Vanillin
| CAS No | 121-33-5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C8H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde |
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Vanillin is a member of the class of benzaldehydes carrying methoxy and hydroxy substituents at positions 3 and 4 respectively. Among its listed roles, it functions as a plant metabolite, an anti-inflammatory agent, a flavouring agent, an antioxidant and an anticonvulsant.
The listed CAS number is 121-33-5.
The listed molecular formula is C8H8O3.
The listed molecular weight is 152.15 g/mol.
4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde.
The source lists Vanillic aldehyde and Lioxin.