Description
3-Acetoxybenzoic Acid (CAS No. 6304-89-8) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C9H8O4. This white to off-white crystalline powder is widely utilized in pharmaceutical, chemical synthesis, and research applications due to its versatile reactivity. With an IUPAC name of 3-acetyloxybenzoic acid, it serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of esters, fragrances, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Our product is rigorously tested for purity (≥98% by HPLC) and consistency, ensuring optimal performance in demanding laboratory and industrial processes. Packaged under inert conditions to prevent degradation, it is ideal for researchers requiring precise and reliable reagents.
Properties
- CAS Number: 6304-89-8
- Complexity: 212
- IUPAC Name: 3-acetoxybenzoic acid
- InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8O4/c1-6(10)13-8-4-2-3-7(5-8)9(11)12/h2-5H,1H3,(H,11,12)
- InChI Key: NGMYCWFGNSXLMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 180.04225873
- Molecular Formula: C9H8O4
- Molecular Weight: 180.16
- SMILES: CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC(=C1)C(=O)O
- Topological: 63.6
- Monoisotopic Mass: 180.04225873
- Synonyms: 3-Acetoxybenzoic acid, DTXSID90285889, DTXCID90237040, 628-787-1, 6304-89-8, 3-(acetyloxy)benzoic acid, 3-acetyloxybenzoic acid, 3-ACETOXYBENZOICACID, MFCD00016699, 3-acetoxy benzoic acid, NSC43147, 3-Acetoxybenzoesaure, 3-acetoxy-benzoic acid, m-Acetoxy Benzoic Acid, Benzoic acid, m-acetoxy, 3-Acetoxybenzoic acid, 98%, SCHEMBL258461, SCHEMBL21268244, SCHEMBL28466125, NSC 43147, NSC-43147, AKOS005068238, CS-W017221, FA68053, AS-57454, SY104372, DB-054392, ST51038474, EN300-53676, F0001-1711, Z336079448
Application
3-Acetoxybenzoic acid is primarily used as a synthetic intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It also serves as a precursor for esterification reactions in fragrance and flavor manufacturing. Researchers employ it in organic synthesis for introducing acetyl and carboxyl functional groups. Its stability and reactivity make it valuable in polymer chemistry and material science applications.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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