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4-Aminosalicylic acid

Also known as: 4-Amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, p-Aminosalicylic acid, PAS, para-Aminosalicylic acid, 4-ASA, Aminosalicylic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-aminobenzoic acid

4-Aminosalicylic acid (CAS 65-49-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 153.135 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 135-145 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 380.8±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 184.1±25.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
65-49-6
Jingsj CID
J-953389-5
Molecular Formula
C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight
153.135 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point135-145 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point380.8±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point184.1±25.1 °C
Exact Mass153.042587
PSA83.55000
LogP1.14
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.691
Additional Property2 g/L (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Vânia André, et al. Crystal Forms of the Antibiotic 4-Aminosalicylic Acid: Solvates and Molecular Salts with Dioxane, Morpholine, and Piperazine. Cryst. Growth Des. 2009, 9, 12, 5108-5116.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code29225000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Aminosalicylic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Aminosalicylic acid is 65-49-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Aminosalicylic acid?

4-Aminosalicylic acid has molecular formula C7H7NO3 and molecular weight 153.135 g/mol.

Is 4-Aminosalicylic acid hazardous?

4-Aminosalicylic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Aminosalicylic acid?

For 4-Aminosalicylic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Nitrosalicylic acid, 3-Aminophenol, Resorcinol; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-acetamido-5-chloro-2-ethoxybenzoate, 4-Acetamidosalicylic acid, 4-Chlorosalicylic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Aminosalicylic acid (CAS 65-49-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-953389-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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