Shikimic acid is a natural organic compound with a six-membered carbon ring, which is widely found in a variety of plants and microorganisms, has a variety of biological activities, and is an important intermediate in the field of medicine and health.
| Alias | (3R,4S,5R)-(-)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-1-cyclohexene carboxylic acid |
| English name | Shikimic Acid |
| Molecular formula | C7H10NO5 |
| Structural formula |
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| CAS number | 138-59-0 |
| Molecular weight | 174.15 |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and ether, almost insoluble in chloroform and benzene |
| Preservation method | Store at room temperature, sealed, dry and protected from light |
| Content | ≥98% |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
It is mainly used in the pharmaceutical field as an intermediate of antiviral and anticancer drugs.
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