Gallic acid (3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid) is a natural polyhydroxyphenolic compound. It functions as a free radical scavenger and inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2). This compound exhibits a range of biological activities including antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer effects, making it suitable for various research applications.
- Natural polyhydroxyphenolic compound
- Free radical scavenger
- Inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2)
- Antimicrobial activity
- Antioxidant activity
- Anti-inflammatory activity
- Anticancer activity