Gallic acid, 98%

Name: Gallic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008496

About Gallic acid, 98%

Gallic acid is a carboxylic acid in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 5995-86-8 at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C7H8O6, corresponding to a molecular weight of 188.13 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid. Hydrate. Alternative names: 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid and Gallate.

It is supplied as white to light yellow powder or crystals. Key physical data: a density of 1.694 g/cm3. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span pharmaceutical synthesis and diagnostic assays. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and metallurgy and mining.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Gallic acid in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical synthesis
Diagnostic assays

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Gallic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008496
CAS Number	5995-86-8
IUPAC name	3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid;hydrate
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O₆
Molecular weight	188.13 g/mol
Exact mass	188.0321
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29182910
InChIKey	IUTKPPDDLYYMBE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=C(C=C(C(=C1O)O)O)C(=O)O.O
PubChem CID	24721416

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to light yellow powder or crystals
Density	1.694 g/cm3
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 6
TPSA	99 Å²
Synonyms	3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid, Gallate, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoate, Gallic acid monohydrate, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid monohydrate, Gallic acid, monohydrate, Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-, monohydrate, Acidum Gallicum, 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid hydrate, Gallic Acid Hydrate, Gallicum acidum, Gallic acid (hydrate)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, 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

Other grades of CAS 5995-86-8

3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid, ≥99% (HPLC)

CAS: 5995-86-8
Formula: C₇H₈O₆
MW: 188.13 g/mol

VQ-003761

ACS / AR

Gallic acid, ACS, AR

CAS: 5995-86-8
Formula: C₇H₈O₆
MW: 188.13 g/mol

VQ-046830

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Gallic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Gallic acid, 98% is 5995-86-8. It is also known as 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid, Gallate, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Gallic acid, 98%?

Gallic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C7H8O6 and a molecular weight of 188.13 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Gallic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply Gallic acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Gallic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Gallic acid, 98% 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, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Gallic acid, 98% 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.