Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

IUPAC: Ethanoic anhydride

CAS: 108-24-7

Übersicht

Acetic anhydride is a versatile acetylating agent essential for producing aspirin, cellulose acetate, and heroin. It is a closely monitored chemical.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Hydrogen H 6 1,0080
Carbon C 4 12,0110
Oxygen O 3 15,9990

Elementare Zusammensetzung

C
47,1%
O
47,0%

Verwendung

  • Aspirin manufacture
  • Cellulose acetate production
  • Chemical acetylation
  • Textile sizing

Wissenswertes

  • Monitored internationally because it is needed to convert morphine into heroin

Sicherheit

  • ⚠ Corrosive
  • ⚠ Flammable
  • ⚠ Lachrymator

Structure

SMILES

CC(=O)OC(=O)C

Eigenschaften

Typ
organic
Zustand
liquid
Molmasse
102,09 g/mol
Dichte
1,0820 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
-73,1 °C
Siedepunkt
140,0 °C
Löslichkeit
reacts

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
102,0317
XLogP
-0,1
TPSA
43,4 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
3
Rotatable Bonds
2
Heavy Atoms
7
Complexity
83,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Acetic Anhydride?
Acetic Anhydride (C₄H₆O₃) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Ethanoic anhydride.
What is the molecular weight of Acetic Anhydride?
Acetic Anhydride has a molar mass of 102.09 g/mol.
What state is Acetic Anhydride at room temperature?
Acetic Anhydride is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Acetic Anhydride organic or inorganic?
Acetic Anhydride is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Acetic Anhydride?
Acetic Anhydride (C₄H₆O₃) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).