Acetaminophen (C8H9NO2)
acetaminophen (C8H9NO2; CAS 103-90-2) is a practical retrosynthesis target. acetaminophen presents a C8 framework, aromatic rings, an amide. Open AI route search in one click below.
Properties
Example route
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Acetylate 4-aminophenol with acetic anhydride (or acetyl chloride) to give acetaminophen. … (2 steps total)
Acetylate 4-aminophenol with acetic anhydride (or acetyl chloride) to give acetaminophen. → Reduce 4-nitrophenol to 4-aminophenol (e.g. catalytic hydrogenation or Fe/HCl).
Acetaminophen 1H / 13C NMR spectrum →
FAQ
What is the chemical formula of Acetaminophen?
Acetaminophen has molecular formula C8H9NO2. Molecular weight about 151.17 g·mol⁻¹.
How can Acetaminophen be synthesized?
Acetylate 4-aminophenol with acetic anhydride (or acetyl chloride) to give acetaminophen. Then Reduce 4-nitrophenol to 4-aminophenol (e.g. catalytic hydrogenation or Fe/HCl).
What is the CAS number of Acetaminophen?
The CAS Registry Number for Acetaminophen is 103-90-2.
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References & tools
- ChemicalTool Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
- PubChem — compound identifiers and structure depictions (NIH/NCBI).
- Related: AiZynthFinder / synthesis planning literature for computer-aided retrosynthesis.