Gallic Acid

Name: Gallic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-023404

About Gallic Acid

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Gallic Acid, an impurity of Octyl gallate registered under CAS number 149-91-7. The compound has the formula C7H6O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 170.12 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid. Alternative names: Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy- and Pyrogallol-5-carboxylic acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

As a characterised impurity of Octyl gallate, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Gallic Acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Octyl gallate

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Octyl gallate.

Octyl gallate impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Gallic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-023404
CAS Number	149-91-7
IUPAC name	3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₆O₅
Molecular weight	170.12 g/mol
Exact mass	170.0215
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	LNTHITQWFMADLM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=C(C=C(C(=C1O)O)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	370

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 5
TPSA	98 Å²
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, Pyrogallol-5-carboxylic acid, Kyselina gallova, Acid, Gallic, Gallic Acid 1520, 3,4,5-hydroxybenzoic acid, Kyselina 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoova, Graphite oxide, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid, anhydrous, Gallic acid [NF]

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Gallic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of Gallic Acid is 149-91-7. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, Pyrogallol-5-carboxylic acid, Kyselina gallova.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Gallic Acid?

Gallic Acid has the molecular formula C7H6O5 and a molecular weight of 170.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid.

What is Gallic Acid used for?

Gallic Acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Octyl gallate. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Gallic Acid can I order?

We supply Gallic Acid in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Gallic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of Gallic Acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Gallic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. Gallic Acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.