Acetic anhydride is a clear, colorless liquid with a strong vinegar-like odor. It is highly corrosive and poses a moderate fire risk. This chemical is used in the production of plastics, drugs, dyes, perfumes, explosives, and aspirin.
Acetic Anhydride , Secondary Description: Ethanoic Anhydride . Grade: LR; UN Number : 1715;
Cas No: 108-24-7
isotopic purity: 99 atom % 13C
Assay: 99% (CP)
refractive index: n20/D 1.39 (lit.)
bp: 138-140 °C (lit.)
mp: −73 °C (lit.)
density: 1.101 g/mL at 25 °C
mass shift : M+2
SMILES string : [13CH3]C(=O)OC([13CH3])=O
InChI: 1S/C4H6O3/c1-3(5)7-4(2)6/h1-2H3/i1+1,2+1
InChI key: WFDIJRYMOXRFFG-ZDOIIHCHSA-N
For shipping, Acetic Anhydride is in hazardous materials Class 8: Corrosive Substances. It only ships to destinations within the 48 contiguous US states and Canada using Standard Ground by FedEx or UPS • No air deliveries allowed • Customers in Canada should expect additional duties, taxes, and customs clearance service fees due upon delivery.