Salicylic acid (potassium) CAS 578-36-9

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.578-36-9
Molecular FormulaC7H5KO3
Molecular Weight176.21 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Salicylic acid (potassium) CAS 578-36-9 chemical structure

Description

Salicylic acid (potassium) (CAS 578-36-9) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C7H5KO3. Molecular weight: 176.21 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC7H5KO3
Molecular Weight176.21 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.5
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957

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