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Phenacetin Melting Point Standard
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Phenacetin (CAS 62-44-2) is an organic compound primarily used as a melting point standard for analytical calibration in laboratories. It serves as a reference material to verify the accuracy of melting point apparatus, ensuring precise temperature measurements in quality control and research. This product has the molecular formula CH3CONHC6H4OC2H5 and a molecular weight of 179.22 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a **Danger** signal word. Molekula supplies Phenacetin Melting Point Standard from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Melting Point | 134.0°C - 137°C |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.1% |
| P-Phenetidine | (0.3g) ≤ Brownish red 4 |
| 4-Chloroacetanilide | ≤3.5 ml/0.6g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Monoclinic prisms |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 137.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 242-245 °C |
| Water Solubility | 766 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 6.29 × 10⁻⁷ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.571 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.58 |
Source: PubChem CID 4754 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90023992 |
| CAS Number | 62-44-2 |
| IUPAC Name | N-(4-ethoxyphenyl)acetamide |
| EC Number | 200-533-0 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CONHC6H4OC2H5 |
| Molecular Weight | 179.22 |
| Exact Mass | 179.0946 |
| SMILES | CCOC1=CC=C(C=C1)NC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | CPJSUEIXXCENMM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H13NO2/c1-3-13-10-6-4-9(5-7-10)11-8(2)12/h4-7H,3H2,1-2H3,(H,11,12) |
| PubChem CID | 4754 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29242977 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H350 May cause cancer
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P330 Rinse mouth
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Acetophenetidin
- Acetophenetidine
- Acetophenetin
- Acetphenetidin
- N-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)acetamide
- p-Acetophenetidide
- phenacetin
- Phenacetine
- Phenacetinum
- Phenazetin
Frequently asked questions
What is Phenacetin Melting Point Standard used for?
This product is primarily used as a **melting point standard** for calibration of melting point apparatus in laboratories, ensuring accurate temperature measurements for analytical and quality control purposes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Phenacetin Melting Point Standard?
The chemical formula is **CH₃CONHC₆H₄OC₂H₅**, and the molecular weight is **179.22 g/mol**.
How should Phenacetin Melting Point Standard be stored?
Store at **ambient conditions** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.
What grade or purity level is available for this product?
This product is supplied as a **high-purity analytical standard** suitable for precise melting point calibration.
Can Molekula supply Phenacetin Melting Point Standard in bulk quantities?
Bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of Phenacetin Melting Point Standard?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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