Phenacetin Powder – properties, research applications and safe worldwide delivery

What is Phenacetin powder Crystalline?

Phenacetin powder (CAS: 62-44-2) is a crystalline organic compound from the acetanilide group. It appears as white or slightly off-white crystals. Today, phenacetin is no longer used in pharmaceuticals, but remains highly valuable in laboratory and research applications.

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Properties of Phenacetin crystalline powder

ParameterValue
Chemical formulaC10H13NO2
Molecular weight179.22 g/mol
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
Melting point134–136 °C
SolubilitySlightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and chloroform

Laboratories value phenacetin crystalline powder for its stable melting point and reproducible analytical properties.


Applications of phenacetin laboratory reagent in research

Educational use of phenacetin

Universities buy phenacetin powder to demonstrate crystallisation, melting point analysis, and purification techniques.

Phenacetin in analytical chemistry

Phenacetin crystalline compound serves as a reference standard in HPLC, IR and UV-Vis spectroscopy.

Research on acetanilide derivatives

Researchers use phenacetin hydrochloride derivatives to study metabolic pathways and biochemical reactions.

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Market and regulations for phenacetin

EU and UK regulations

Phenacetin powder is not approved as a pharmaceutical, but it is legal for R&D under REACH and CLP.

Canada and Australia

Requires WHMIS-compliant SDS in Canada and regulation under Safe Work Australia in Australia.

Global perspective

Phenacetin crystalline powder is permitted in Germany, France, Spain, Netherlands, Sweden, Belgium, Latvia, Ireland and New Zealand as a laboratory reagent with correct documentatio

PubChem – Phenacetin
➡ ChemSpider – Phenacetin
➡ ECHA – Substance Info Phenacetin
➡ NCBI – Phenacetin research
➡ Sigma-Aldrich – Phenacetin

CristalChem ensures safe delivery worldwide, compliant with customs and laboratory safety rules.


Safe handling of phenacetin crystalline powder

Researchers wear gloves, goggles and protective clothing. Work is carried out under fume hoods.

CristalChem packages high purity phenacetin for laboratory usein aluminium doypacks, ensuring stability and safe transport.


FAQ – Phenacetin

Is phenacetin powder legal?

Yes, phenacetin is legal for laboratory and R&D purposes. It is not for pharmaceutical use.

How can I buy phenacetin online?

You can buy phenacetin powder online directly from CristalChem in packages from 50 g to 1 kg.
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Do you deliver phenacetin to UK, Canada, Australia?

Yes, CristalChem offers phenacetin UKphenacetin Canada and phenacetin Australia with safe worldwide delivery.

What purity is available?

We supply high-purity phenacetin crystalline powder ≥99%, intended for laboratory and R&D use.


Summary

Phenacetin powder is a reliable research compound used in education, spectroscopy and organic chemistry. Its legal status in EU, UK, Canada and Australia makes it accessible for laboratories worldwide.

CristalChem provides phenacetin for sale with guaranteed safe worldwide delivery.
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