3-Hydroxybenzoic acid, also known as 3-HBA, is a monohydroxybenzoic acid that is derived from benzoic acid by substituting a hydroxy group at position 3. It has a molecular formula of C7H6O3 and a molecular weight of 138.12 g/mol. The compound exists as a solid at 20 degrees Celsius and has a CAS RN of 99-06-9.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C7H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 138.12 g/mol |
| Physical State | Solid |
| CAS RN | 99-06-9 |