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3-Methoxycatechol (CAS 934-00-9)

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Alternate Names:
1,2-Dihydroxy-3-methoxybenzene; 3-Methoxypyrocatechol; Pyrogallol monomethyl ether
CAS Number:
934-00-9
Purity:
98%
Molecular Weight:
140.14
Molecular Formula:
CH3OC6H3(OH)2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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3-Methoxycatechol functions as a substrate in enzymatic reactions, particularly in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology. It serves as a precursor in the synthesis of various organic compounds, playing a role in the formation of complex molecules. At the molecular level, 3-Methoxycatechol interacts with specific enzymes and proteins, influencing their activity and contributing to the biochemical processes. Its mechanism of action involves binding to active sites and participating in chemical reactions that lead to the production of desired compounds. 3-Methoxycatechol′s function in experimental applications involves its involvement in the manipulation of biological pathways and the study of enzymatic mechanisms, providing insights into the fundamental processes of cellular function and metabolism.


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3-Methoxycatechol, 5 g

sc-231804
5 g
$77.00