CAS 621-42-1

3-Acetamidophenol

Description:

3-Acetamidophenol, also known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure featuring an amide and hydroxyl functional group. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and exhibits a melting point typically around room temperature. The compound has a molecular formula of C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of approximately 151.16 g/mol. 3-Acetamidophenol is widely recognized for its analgesic and antipyretic properties, making it a common ingredient in over-the-counter medications for pain relief and fever reduction. The compound acts primarily by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase, which plays a crucial role in the synthesis of prostaglandins, thereby reducing pain and inflammation. It is generally considered safe when used as directed, although excessive doses can lead to hepatotoxicity. Additionally, 3-acetamidophenol is stable under normal conditions but should be stored in a cool, dry place away from light to maintain its efficacy.

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9NO2/c1-6(10)9-7-3-2-4-8(11)5-7/h2-5,11H,1H3,(H,9,10)

InChI key: InChIKey=QLNWXBAGRTUKKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(C(C)=O)C1=CC(O)=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 3-(Acetylamino)-1-hydroxybenzene
• 3-(Acetylamino)phenol
• 3-Hydroxyacetanilide
• Acetamide, N-(3-hydroxyphenyl)-
• Acetanilide, 3′-hydroxy-
• Bs 479
• Bs 749
• Metacetamol
• Metalid
• N-(3-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide
• N-Acetyl-3-hydroxyaniline
• N-Acetyl-m-aminophenol
• NSC 3990
• Pedituss
• Pyrapap
• Rystal
• m-(Acetylamino)phenol
• m-Acetamidophenol

3'-Hydroxyacetanilide

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Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: >98.0%(T)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow to Light orange powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: 3B-H0188

3-Acetamidophenol

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Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 151.165

Ref: 10-F100300

3-Acetamidophenol, 98%

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Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: White to cream to pink to grey or pale yellow to pale orange to pale brown, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: 02-A12764

3-Acetamidophenol

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3-Acetamidophenol

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: ≥95%

Color and Shape: Solid-Crystals

Molecular weight: 151.16256

Ref: 54-OR27724

N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide

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Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 151.1626

Ref: IN-DA00IAZ3

Metacetamol

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Metacetamol, a non-toxic acetaminophen derivative, is an OTC analgesic/antipyretic and synthesis intermediate.

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 99.76% - 99.90%

Color and Shape: White Solid

Molecular weight: 151.1626

Ref: TM-T0914

Metacetamol

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Metacetamol

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: ≥98%

Molecular weight: 151.16

Ref: 54-BUP17849

3-Acetamidophenol

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Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: ≥ 98.0%

Color and Shape: White to off-white solid

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: 7W-GK4538

N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide (3-Acetamidophenol)

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Color and Shape: Off-White To Light Brown

Ref: 86-MM0042.16

3-Acetamidophenol

Controlled Product

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Applications 3-Acetamidophenol is the ortho-regioisomer of Acetaminophen (A161220), an over-the-counter analgesic and antipyretic agent (1,2).
References (1) Queiroz, L.M., et al.: Chem. BIol. Drug. Design., 80, 100 (2012) (2) Harrelson, J. P., et al.: Drug. Metabolism. Disposit., 40, 1460 (2012)

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 151.1626

Ref: TR-A158505

3-Acetamidophenol, min. 98%

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Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: min. 98%

Color and Shape: White to off-white solid

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: 08-07-0074

Metacetamol

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N-(3-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 151.16

Ref: IN-DG83484

3-Acetamidophenol

CAS: 621-42-1

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: ST-EA-CP-M11036