Acetylsalicylic Acid is commonly employed in research and production environments as a carboxylic acid ester and a substituted carboxylic acid. Its molecular formula is C9H8O4, with a molecular weight of 180.16. It has a Melting Point of 135.0 °C and boils at 140.0 °C under standard conditions, decomposing at this temperature. A danger signal word indicates potential hazards associated with this compound, including harmfulness if swallowed and sensitization or respiratory issues upon inhalation. Additional confirmed properties and potential applications may be found through further investigation.

• CAS Number: 50-78-2
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Molecular Weight: 180.16
• Boiling Point: 140.0 °C — decomposes
• Melting Point: 135.0 °C
• Molecular Formula: C9H8O4
• Vapour Density: 1.4
• Exact Mass: 180.04225873
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled [Danger Sensitization, respiratory]