Aspirin

• CAT Number: A000653
• CAS Number: 50-78-2
• Molecular Formula: C9H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 180.16
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Acetylsalicylic acid
• Target: Anti-infection
• Solubility: >8.6mg/mL in DMSO
• Storage: 3 years -20C powder
• IUPAC Name: 2-acetyloxybenzoic acid
• InChI: 1S/C9H8O4/c1-6(10)13-8-5-3-2-4-7(8)9(11)12/h2-5H,1H3,(H,11,12)
• InChIKey: BSYNRYMUTXBXSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)O

Aspirin (Cat.No:A000653) is a widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces pain, inflammation, and fever. It works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, specifically COX-1 and COX-2, which are involved in the production of prostaglandins—chemicals that promote inflammation and pain. Aspirin is commonly used for headaches, arthritis, cardiovascular protection, and to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. It also has blood-thinning properties, though it can cause gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding in some individuals.