2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde Explained

2,4-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde (DMBA) is a reagent used to specifically quantify phlorotannins. This product reacts specifically with 1,3-and 1,3,5-substituted phenols (e.g., phlorotannins) to form a colored product.[1]

Notes and References

  1. 10.1007/BF02266965. 24226084. A new assay for quantifying brown algal phlorotannins and comparisons to previous methods. Journal of Chemical Ecology. 22. 7. 1273–1293. 1996. Stern. J. Lewis. Hagerman. Ann E.. Steinberg. Peter D.. Winter. Frank C.. Estes. James A.. 20164807.

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