3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-3-hydroxypropionic acid is an organic acid and a probable metabolite of m-tyrosine (3-hydroxyphenylalanine). It is reported as an excretion product of the anaerobic bacteria of Clostridium genus. It is also reported to be found in higher concentrations in the urine of patients with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and schizophrenia. It can be used as a diagnostic biomarker for several neurological conditions such as ASDs.
Synonyms: 3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; 3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)hydracrylic acid
Molecular Formula: C9H10O4
Molecular Weight: 182.17
Linear Structural Formula: C9H10O4
MDL Number: MFCD16749143
Purity: >=95.0% (HPLC)
Storage: 2-8C
Application: 3-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)-3-hydroxypropionic acid may be used as an analytical reference standard for the quantification of the analyte in urine samples using chromatography based techniques.