Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Acetylsalicylic Acid EP Impurity B (CAS: 636-46-4)?
Answer
Acetylsalicylic Acid EP Impurity B (CAS: 636-46-4) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 138.12 g/mol. It is moderately soluble in water and ethanol. Chemically, it is less reactive than the main acetylsalicylic acid but still exhibits some acidity, similar to its parent compound, salicylic acid. This impurity is known for its low solubility in common organic solvents and its limited reactivity in typical chemical transformations.
About
CAS No
636-46-4
English Name
Acetylsalicylic Acid EP Impurity B (Salicylic Acid USP Related Compound B)
Molecular Formula
C8H6O5
Molecular Weight
182.13 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)C(=O)O)O
InChIKey
BCEQKAQCUWUNML-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
