Shikimic acid, Chinese alias 3,4,5-trihydroxy-1-cyclohexen-1-carboxylic acid [1]
English Name: shikimic acid
Structural form
CAS NO. 138-59-0
Chemical formula: 3,4,5-trihydroxy-1-cyclohexen-1-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula c7h10o5
Molecular weight 174.15
The physical property is white fine powder, which is easy to dissolve in water. The solubility in water is 18G / 100mL, and it is difficult to dissolve in chloroform, benzene and petroleum ether. The melting point is 185 ℃ - 191 ℃, the optical rotation is - 180 ° and the smell is acrid.
Function and use: it is used as pharmaceutical intermediate, has certain irritation, and is not suitable for direct use.