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N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide
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N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide (CAS 621-42-1) is an aromatic amide used in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly as an intermediate for drug development, and in agrochemical formulations. It has a molecular formula of CH3CONHC6H4OH and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions with a signal word of Warning for safety handling. Molekula supplies N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white solid |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Single Impurity | ≤1.0% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 207.8 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 12124 (CAMEO Chemicals)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037536 |
| CAS Number | 621-42-1 |
| IUPAC Name | N-(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide |
| EC Number | 210-687-0 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CONHC6H4OH |
| Molecular Weight | 151.16 |
| Exact Mass | 151.0633 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)NC1=CC(=CC=C1)O |
| InChIKey | QLNWXBAGRTUKKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H9NO2/c1-6(10)9-7-3-2-4-8(11)5-7/h2-5,11H,1H3,(H,9,10) |
| PubChem CID | 12124 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29242970 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory 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
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- 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
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Synonyms
- 3-Acetamidophenol
- 3-Hydroxyacetanilide
- Acetamide, N-(3-hydroxyphenyl)-
- acetyl-m-aminophenol
- m-Acetamidophenol
- Metacetamol
- Metalid
- N-Acetyl-m-aminophenol
- Pedituss
- Pyrapap
Frequently asked questions
What is N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide commonly used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes and other organic compounds. As metacetamol, the meta isomer of acetaminophen, it is also used as a reference compound in toxicology research, where it is compared with acetaminophen as a less hepatotoxic regioisomer.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide?
The molecular formula is **CH₃CONHC₆H₄OH** and the molecular weight is **151.16 g/mol**.
How should N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this product in **technical grade (95%+ purity)** and **pharmaceutical grade (98%+ purity)**.
Can Molekula supply N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities (minimum order quantities vary by grade; contact us for specific details).
What documentation is provided with an order of N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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