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Gallic acid (CAS 149-91-7)

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Alternate Names:
3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid; Gallate
Application:
Gallic acid is a cyclooxygease inhibitor substance found in plants
CAS Number:
149-91-7
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
170.12
Molecular Formula:
C7H6O5
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Gallic acid (3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid) is of interest in scientific research due to its antioxidant properties. It is believed to work by blocking enzymes that contribute to inflammation and oxidative damage. There is also interest in its potential impact on cellular processes related to cell growth and programmed cell death.


Gallic acid (CAS 149-91-7) References

  1. Phenolic compounds from Duchesnea chrysantha and their cytotoxic activities in human cancer cell.  |  Lee, IR. and Yang, MY. 1994. Arch Pharm Res. 17: 476-9. PMID: 10319162
  2. Induction of apoptosis by gallic acid in lung cancer cells.  |  Ohno, Y., et al. 1999. Anticancer Drugs. 10: 845-51. PMID: 10587295
  3. Anti-inflammatory potential of ellagic acid, gallic acid and punicalagin A&B isolated from Punica granatum.  |  BenSaad, LA., et al. 2017. BMC Complement Altern Med. 17: 47. PMID: 28088220
  4. Gallic Acid Induces Apoptosis in Human Gastric Adenocarcinoma Cells.  |  Tsai, CL., et al. 2018. Anticancer Res. 38: 2057-2067. PMID: 29599323
  5. Gallic acid activates hippocampal BDNF-Akt-mTOR signaling in chronic mild stress.  |  Zhu, JX., et al. 2019. Metab Brain Dis. 34: 93-101. PMID: 30280285
  6. Gallic acid as a key substance to inhibit proliferation and adipogenesis in bovine subcutaneous adipocyte.  |  Jin, Q., et al. 2022. Anim Biotechnol. 33: 657-663. PMID: 32945731
  7. Gallic Acid Alleviates Gouty Arthritis by Inhibiting NLRP3 Inflammasome Activation and Pyroptosis Through Enhancing Nrf2 Signaling.  |  Lin, Y., et al. 2020. Front Immunol. 11: 580593. PMID: 33365024
  8. Gallic acid ameliorates busulfan-induced testicular toxicity and damage in mature rats.  |  Abarikwu, SO., et al. 2022. Drug Chem Toxicol. 45: 1881-1890. PMID: 33730944
  9. Ferroptosis-related Genes for Overall Survival Prediction in Patients with Colorectal Cancer can be Inhibited by Gallic acid.  |  Hong, Z., et al. 2021. Int J Biol Sci. 17: 942-956. PMID: 33867820
  10. Gallic acid mitigates LPS-induced inflammatory response via suppressing NF-κB signalling pathway in IPEC-J2 cells.  |  Cai, L., et al. 2022. J Anim Physiol Anim Nutr (Berl). 106: 1000-1008. PMID: 34288130
  11. Gallic Acid Alleviates Neuropathic Pain Behaviors in Rats by Inhibiting P2X7 Receptor-Mediated NF-κB/STAT3 Signaling Pathway.  |  Yang, R., et al. 2021. Front Pharmacol. 12: 680139. PMID: 34512324
  12. Gallic Acid and Gallic Acid Nanoparticle Modulate Insulin Secretion Pancreatic β-Islets against Silica Nanoparticle-Induced Oxidative Damage.  |  Ahangarpour, A., et al. 2022. Biol Trace Elem Res. 200: 5159-5171. PMID: 35020163
  13. Gallic Acid Alleviates Visceral Pain and Depression via Inhibition of P2X7 Receptor.  |  Wen, L., et al. 2022. Int J Mol Sci. 23: PMID: 35682841
  14. Gallic acid induces constitutive resistance against Bactrocera dorsalis infestation in mango fruit by its dual action.  |  Shivashankar, S. and Sumathi, M. 2022. Pestic Biochem Physiol. 188: 105268. PMID: 36464373
  15. Phenethyl Ester of Gallic Acid Ameliorates Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis.  |  Stegnjaić, G., et al. 2022. Molecules. 27: PMID: 36557903
  16. Gallic acid inhibits osteoclastogenesis and prevents ovariectomy-induced bone loss.  |  Zhang, P., et al. 2022. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 13: 963237. PMID: 36601012

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Gallic acid, 10 g

sc-205704
10 g
$55.00

Gallic acid, 100 g

sc-205704A
100 g
$85.00

Gallic acid, 500 g

sc-205704B
500 g
$240.00

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Thank you for your inquiry and your interest in this product. The Gallic acid (CAS 149-91-7) is sold as a research grade compound for basic research use only. It is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor substance found in plants. Please contact our European Support Office in Germany directly for any further questions you may have. You can reach us by phone at: +49 6221 4503 0, by email at: europe@scbt.com or by live chat directly on our website, www.scbt.com We are happy to assist you.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Ohno et alOhno et al. (PubMed ID 10587295) found that gallic acid induced apoptosis in human lung cancer cell lines. -SCBT Publication Review
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