Phenylacetic acid

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Phenylacetic acid (conjugate base phenylacetate) is an organic compound containing a phenyl functional group and a carboxylic acid functional group. It is a white solid with a strong honey-like odor. Endogenously, it is a catabolite of phenylalanine.

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