Overview
One of the most widely used drugs in history, Aspirin relieves pain and reduces inflammation by inhibiting COX enzymes.
- IUPAC Name
- 2-acetoxybenzoic acid
- CAS Number
- 50-78-2
- PubChem CID
- 2244
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8O4
- Molar Mass
- 180.16 g/mol
- State at STP
- solid
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
Physical Properties
- Melting Point
- 135 °C
- Density
- 1.4 g/cm³
Composition
| Element | Count | Mass % |
|---|---|---|
| C | 9 | 60% |
| H | 8 | 4.48% |
| O | 4 | 35.52% |
Safety Information
GHS Hazard Codes
H302H315H319
GHS Pictograms
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