3 Hydroxy Benzoic Acid

3-Hydroxybenzoic acid, also known as m-hydroxybenzoic acid, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C7H6O3. It is one of the three isomeric hydroxybenzoic acids and is characterized by a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the third carbon of the benzoic acid ring. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. Its properties include being a white crystalline solid that is moderately soluble in water and soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether. Due to its ability to form esters and amides, 3-Hydroxybenzoic acid is valuable in various chemical reactions and industrial applications.