Vanillylmandelic Acid

CAS Number55-10-7
Molecular FormulaC9H10O5
Molecular Weight198.174
InChI KeyCGQCWMIAEPEHNQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP-0.2
Synonyms
  • Vanillylmandelic acid
  • dl-4-Hydroxy-3-methoxymandelic acid
  • Vanilmandelic acid
  • 55-10-7
  • 2-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid
  • 4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYMANDELIC ACID
  • 2394-20-9
  • Vanillomandelic acid
  • (+/-)-Vanillylmandelic acid
  • VMA
  • alpha,4-Dihydroxy-3-methoxybenzeneacetic acid
  • CHEBI:20106
  • CGQCWMIAEPEHNQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Benzeneacetic acid, .alpha.,4-dihydroxy-3-methoxy-
  • HMMA
  • Mandelic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-
  • AK126477
  • H-6500
  • 2-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl)acetic acid
  • 2-(3-methoxy-4-oxidanyl-phenyl)-2-oxidanyl-ethanoic acid
  • 3-methoxy-4-hydroxymandelic acid
  • Vanillinmandelic Acid
  • DL-vanillomandelic acid
  • DL-vanillylmandelic acid
  • 4'-Hydroxy-3'-methoxymandelic acid
  • dl-3-Methoxy-4-hydroxymandelic acid
  • 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxymandelate
  • 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-DL-mandelic acid
  • (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)glycolic acid
  • Benzeneacetic acid, alpha,4-dihydroxy-3-methoxy-
  • EINECS 200-224-0
  • 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylhydroxyacetic acid
  • (y)-Vanillylmandelic acid
  • Ia(2)Y+/-aIOEa
  • Benzeneacetic acid, ?,4-dihydroxy-3-methoxy-
  • (?)-Vanillylmandelic acid
  • D0D8XF
  • AC1L1B1N
  • AC1Q46AA
  • Lopac0_000602
  • Oprea1_553862
  • MLS002153465
  • Adrenaline Related Compound 2
  • Bio-0247
  • SCHEMBL134326
  • (.+/-.)-Vanilmandelic acid
  • GTPL6645
  • 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxymandelicacid

Applications:

HPLC Chiral Separation of Vanillylmandelic Acid on Cyralis CM Column

June 19, 2026

HPLC Method for Analysis of Vanillylmandelic Acid on Cyralis CM Column by SIELC Technologies

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Method for Analysis of Vanillylmandelic Acid.

Vanillylmandelic acid is a chemical intermediate with the chemical formula C9H10O5. It is primarily used primarily in synthesis of artificial vanilla flavoring. It is also an end-stage metabolite of epinephrine and norepinephrine. You can find detailed UV spectra of Vanillylmandelic Acid and information about its various lambda maxima by visiting the following link.

This application describes a normal-phase chiral HPLC method for the separation of Vanillylmandelic Acid enantiomers using SIELC’s Cyralis CM chiral column. Cyralis CM is a cellulose-based chiral stationary phase (CSP) designed for enantiomeric separations, optical purity testing, chiral impurity analysis, and stereoisomer characterization in pharmaceutical, chemical, agrochemical, and fine chemical applications. For best results, the sample should be prepared fresh for analysis. Additional peaks that are visible on the chromatogram come from impurities and additives.

Vanillylmandelic Acid can be retained and analyzed using the Cyralis CM stationary phase column. The analysis utilizes an isocratic method with a mobile phase consisting of Hexane, IPA, and TFA. Detection is performed using UV.

Condition

ColumnCyralis CM, 4.6 x 250 mm, 5 µm, 100 A, dual ended
Mobile PhaseHexane/IPA/TFA- 70/28.5/1.5%
Flow Rate1.0 mL/min
DetectionUV 280 nm
Resolution2.51

Description

Class of CompoundsIntermediate
Analyzing CompoundsVanillylmandelic Acid

Application Column

Cyralis CM

Column Diameter: 4.6 mm
Column Length: 250 mm
Particle Size: 5 µm
Pore Size: 100 A
Column options: dual ended

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Application Analytes:
Vanillylmandelic Acid

Application Detection:
UV Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.

Uv-Vis Spectrum of Vanilmandelic Acid

June 9, 2026

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UV/Vis.: λmax: 222, 237, 280 nm

For optimal results in HPLC analysis, it is recommended to measure absorbance at a wavelength that matches the absorption maximum of the compound(s) being analyzed. The UV spectrum shown can assist in selecting an appropriate wavelength for your analysis. Please note that certain mobile phases and buffers may block wavelengths below 230 nm, rendering absorbance measurement at these wavelengths ineffective. If detection below 230 nm is required, it is recommended to use acetonitrile and water as low UV-transparent mobile phases, with phosphoric acid and its salts, sulfuric acid, and TFA as buffers.
For some compounds, the UV-Vis Spectrum is affected by the pH of the mobile phase. The compound was dissolved in ethanol. This analysis was done with the mobile phase of hexane, IPA, and TFA.

Application Analytes:
Vanillylmandelic Acid
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.

HPLC Separation of Vanilmandelic, Hydroxyindoleacetic, and Homovanillic Acids

November 21, 2006


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Condition 1

Column Newcrom B , 3.2×50 mm, 5 µm, 100A
Mobile Phase MeCN/H2O – 20/80%
Buffer H3PO4 – 0.1%
Flow Rate 0.5 ml/min
Detection UV, 275 nm

 


Vanilmandelic, hydroxyindoleacetic and homovanillic acids are metabolites of various neurotransmitters that are used in urine tests to measure the levels of those neurotransmitters in the body. They can be baseline separated on a reverse-phase Primesep D HPLC column by varying the buffers and pH of the mobile phase consisting of water and acetonitrile (MeCN, ACN). UV detection at 230nm.

Condition 2

Column Primesep D, 4.6×150 mm, 5 µm, 100A
Mobile Phase MeCN
Buffer TFA,  AmFm
Flow Rate 1.0 ml/min
Detection UV, 230 nm

 

Description

Class of Compounds
 Acid, Monocarboxylic acid,  Hydrophilic, Ionizable
Analyzing Compounds Vanilmandelic, Hydroxyindoleacetic, Homovanillic Acid

 

Application Column

Newcrom B

The Newcrom columns are a family of reverse-phase-based columns. Newcrom A, AH, B, and BH are all mixed-mode columns with either positive or negative ion-pairing groups attached to either short (25 Å) or long (100 Å) ligand chains. Newcrom R1 is a special reverse-phase column with low silanol activity.

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Primesep D

The Primesep family of mixed-mode columns offers a wide variety of stationary phases, boasting unprecedented selectivity in the separation of a broad array of chemical compounds across multiple applications. Corresponding Primesep guard columns, available with all stationary phases, do not require holders. SIELC provides a method development service available to all customers. Inquire about our specially-tailored custom LC-phases for specific separations.

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Application Analytes:
5-Hydroxyindole-3-Acetic Acid
Homovanillic Acid
Vanillylmandelic Acid

Application Detection:
UV Detection
SIELC Technologies usually develops more than one method for each compound. Therefore, this particular method may not be the best available method from our portfolio for your specific application. Before you decide to implement this method in your research, please send us an email to research@sielc.com so we can ensure you get optimal results for your compound/s of interest.