GUAIACOL

Guaiacol is a phenolic compound with expectorant and antiseptic properties. It helps thin mucus and relieve cough. Side effects include stomach upset and throat irritation.

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Product Description


Mechanism of Action

This compound (ID 26297) exhibits a multifaceted biochemical activity profile involving receptor-level modulation, enzyme-pathway interference, and intracellular signalling adjustments. It can alter phosphorylation dynamics, metabolic flux balance, mitochondrial function, and the regulation of adaptive stress-response pathways.

Benefits and Advantages

Suitable for mechanistic pathway research, multi‑omics profiling, receptor-binding investigations, metabolic modelling, and experimental systems requiring controlled biochemical perturbation. Its predictable interaction patterns make it reliable for pharmacodynamic benchmarking and preclinical assay calibration.

Side Effects and Risks

Potential risks include oxidative stress imbalance, cytoskeletal disruption, unintended receptor crosstalk, dose‑dependent cytotoxicity, and overstimulation or suppression of regulatory pathways. Laboratory use only with appropriate biosafety precautions.

Datasheet


Molecular Formula

C7H8O2

Molecular Weight

124.14 g/mol

CAS Number

90-05-1

Storage Condition

Store in tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP-NF. This material should be handled and stored per label instructions to ensure product integrity.

Solubility

Slightly soluble (NTP, 1992)

Purity

Purity information is available upon request (COA).

Synonym

guaiacol; 2-Methoxyphenol; 90-05-1; o-Methoxyphenol; 2-Hydroxyanisole

IUPAC/Chemical Name

2-methoxyphenol

InChl Key

LHGVFZTZFXWLCP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChl Code

InChI=1S/C7H8O2/c1-9-7-5-3-2-4-6(7)8/h2-5,8H,1H3

References

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/460;

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