Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%

Name: Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002759

About Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%

Acetylsalicylic acid (CAS 50-78-2) is a bioactive small molecule offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 98%. Formula C9H8O4, molecular weight 180.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-acetyloxybenzoic acid. Alternative names: 2-Acetoxybenzoic acid and O-Acetylsalicylic acid.

The material typically appears as a white powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 134-136 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer Acetylsalicylic acid in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002759
CAS Number	50-78-2
IUPAC name	2-acetyloxybenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₈O₄
Molecular weight	180.16 g/mol
Exact mass	180.0423
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29182310
InChIKey	BSYNRYMUTXBXSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)O
PubChem CID	2244

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder
Melting point	134-136 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	63.6 Å²
Synonyms	2-Acetoxybenzoic acid, O-Acetylsalicylic acid, ASA, Aspirin, 2-(Acetyloxy)benzoic acid, Acylpyrin, o-Acetoxybenzoic acid, Acenterine, Ecotrin, Salicylic acid acetate, Aceticyl, Acetosalin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 50-78-2

Synthesis

Acetylsalicylic acid, ≥99%

CAS: 50-78-2
Formula: C₉H₈O₄
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-002760

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% is 50-78-2. It is also known as 2-Acetoxybenzoic acid, O-Acetylsalicylic acid, ASA.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%?

Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C9H8O4 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-acetyloxybenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetylsalicylic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetylsalicylic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.