4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
# 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.

