Phytic acid

Phytic acid
Chemical name	myo-Inositol- 1,2,3,4,5,6- hexakisphosphate
Chemical formula	C6H18O24P6
Molecular mass	660.08 g/mol
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Density	? g/cm3
CAS number	83-86-3
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Phytic acid is a major phosphorus compound in plants, specifically in cereals and legumes. There are indications it might show an anticancer effect.

External links

• Cancer Inhibition by Inositol Hexaphosphate (IP6) and Inositol: From Laboratory to Clinic (scientific publication}