Molekula
Acetanilide
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Acetanilide is an organic amide (CAS 103-84-4, molecular formula CH₃CONHC₆H₅) widely used as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals, dyes, and rubber chemicals, as well as a solvent and analytical reagent. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 135.16 g/mol, stable at ambient storage. Classified with a signal word of *Warning* for low acute toxicity but requiring standard handling precautions. Molekula supplies Acetanilide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 kg — £85.40 per pack ex VAT · £102.48 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow to light brown crystal |
| Melting Point | 113 - 116°C |
| Assay | ⩾ 99.0% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.10% |
| Aniline | ≤ 0.10% |
| Water (KF) | ≤ 0.15% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 161 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White shining crystalline scales |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 114.3 °C |
| Boiling Point | 304 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in water; very soluble in ethanol and acetone; soluble in ethyl ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.22 × 10⁻³ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.515 |
| pKa | pKa = 0.50 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.16 |
Source: PubChem CID 904 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 44427489 |
| CAS Number | 103-84-4 |
| IUPAC Name | N-phenylacetamide |
| EC Number | 203-150-7 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CONHC6H5 |
| Molecular Weight | 135.16 |
| Exact Mass | 135.0684 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)NC1=CC=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | FZERHIULMFGESH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H9NO/c1-7(10)9-8-5-3-2-4-6-8/h2-6H,1H3,(H,9,10) |
| PubChem CID | 904 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2924.29.77.90 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Acetamide, N-phenyl-
- Acetamidobenzene
- Acetanil
- Acetanilid
- Acetylaminobenzene
- Acetylaniline
- Antifebrin
- N-Acetylaniline
- N-Phenylacetamide
- Phenalgene
Frequently asked questions
What is acetanilide commonly used for?
Acetanilide is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals (e.g., paracetamol), and as a reagent in organic chemistry for analytical and preparative purposes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of acetanilide?
The chemical formula is **CH₃CONHC₆H₅**, and the molecular weight is **135.16 g/mol**.
How should acetanilide be stored?
Store acetanilide at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.
What grades of acetanilide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **ACS reagent grade** and **technical grade** acetanilide; purity may vary by grade—contact us for specific details.
Can Molekula supply acetanilide in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply acetanilide in bulk; minimum order quantities and packaging options depend on grade and customer requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of acetanilide?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and a **packing list** for traceability.
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