4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid is a chemical compound found in olive oil and beer.Synthesis
4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid is obtained by reducing 4-hydroxymandelic acid with elemental phosphorus and iodine.Uses
In industry, 4-hydroxyphenylacetic acid is an intermediate used to synthesize atenolol, 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid, and coclaurine.
