CAS No. 13110-96-8

Batch: Purity:99.88
5-Acetylsalicylic acid Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
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Chemical Information

CAS Number 13110-96-8
Molecular Formula

C9H8O4

Molecular Weight (MW) 180.16
SMILES CC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

5-Acetylsalicylic acid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug and salicylic acid derivative that targets cyclooxygenase signaling pathways. As a synthetic analog of salicylic acid, it acts to modulate inflammatory responses by reducing prostaglandin production. Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis leads to downstream suppression of inflammatory mediator release, attenuated vascular permeability, and reduced cellular inflammatory responses. [1]

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 36 mg/mL (199.82 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.