Molekula
2-Hydroxy-5-methylacetanilide (2-Acetamido-4-methylphenol)
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2-Hydroxy-5-methylacetanilide, also known as 2-Acetamido-4-methylphenol, is a phenolic acetanilide used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. CAS: 6375-17-3, Molecular formula: C9H11NO2, Molecular weight: 165.19 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 2-Hydroxy-5-methylacetanilide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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100 g — £66.80 per pack ex VAT · £80.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 150-154℃ |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 11580911 |
| CAS Number | 6375-17-3 |
| IUPAC Name | N-(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)acetamide |
| EC Number | 228-934-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H11NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 165.19 |
| Exact Mass | 165.079 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)NC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | DSEQJUPGRWESKP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H11NO2/c1-6-3-4-9(12)8(5-6)10-7(2)11/h3-5,12H,1-2H3,(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 292583 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2924297100 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 2-Acetamido-4-cresol
- 2-Acetamido-4-methylphenol
- 2-Acetamido-p-cresol
- 2-ACpC
- 2'-Hydroxy-5'-methylacetanilide
- 4-Methyl-6-acetamidophenol
- Acetamide, N-(2-hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)-
- m-Acetotoluidide, 6'-hydroxy-
- N-(2-Hydroxy-5-methylphenyl)acetamide
- N1-(2-Hydroxy-5-Methylphenyl)Acetamide
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Hydroxy-5-methylacetanilide used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C9H11NO2 with a molecular weight of 165.19 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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