Thermo Scientific™ Gallic acid monohydrate ≥98% ACS

Gallic acid monohydrate is a high-purity compound widely used in research and industrial applications for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Provided by Thermo Scientific, this compound meets ACS-grade standards for high reliability in chemical analysis and synthesis.

Key Features:

1. Chemical and Physical Properties:
   • Formula: C₇H₆O₅·H₂O
   • Molecular Weight: 188.14 g/mol (170.12 g/mol anhydrous basis).
   • Appearance: White to cream powder.
   • Purity: ≥98%.
   • Melting Point: 250 °C (decomposes).
2. Applications:
   • Antioxidant Research: Investigated for its ability to neutralize free radicals.
   • Pharmaceutical Use: Studied for anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial effects.
   • Food Industry: Used as a natural preservative and antioxidant additive.
   • Industrial Applications: Utilized in ink production and leather tanning.
3. Safety Warnings:
   • Irritant Warning: Handle with appropriate precautions.
   • Light Sensitive: Requires storage in a dark environment to maintain stability.

Specifications:

Applications in Detail:

1. Antioxidant Research:
   • Used to study oxidative stress mitigation and free radical scavenging properties.
2. Pharmaceutical Use:
   • Investigated for potential applications in anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial treatments.
3. Food Preservation:
   • Functions as a natural additive for preserving the shelf life of food products by inhibiting oxidation.
4. Industrial Applications:
   • Essential in producing inks, especially iron gall ink, and in leather tanning processes.

Handling and Safety:

Comparison with Anhydrous Gallic Acid:

Supplier Information:

• Manufacturer: Thermo Scientific.
• Grade: ACS (American Chemical Society) standard for high reliability.