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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Acetate

Also known as Acetate Ion, Acetic acid, ion(1-), Acetate ions

CAS 71-50-1Formula C2H3O2-Molar mass 59.04 g/mol
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Acetate chemical structure, C2H3O2-, CAS 71-50-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
71-50-1
Formula
C2H3O2-
Molar mass
59.04 g/mol
HS code
291529
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Acetate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Acetate is a monocarboxylic acid anion resulting from the removal of a proton from the carboxy group of acetic acid. It has a role as a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a conjugate base of an acetic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
acetate
CAS number
71-50-1 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C2H3O2-
UNII
569DQM74SC
InChIKey
QTBSBXVTEAMEQO-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H4O2/c1-2(3)4/h1H3,(H,3,4)/p-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • Acetate Ion
  • Acetic acid, ion(1-)
  • Acetate ions
  • Acetate anion
  • Acetoxy ion
  • Acetic acid anion
  • ethanoate
  • Acetate ion (1-)
  • Natriumazetat
  • Shotgun
  • monoacetate
  • (C2 H3 O)2-
  • Acetate Standard: CH3CO2- @ 1000 microg/mL in H2O
  • racemic acetate
  • acetyl hydroxide
  • Acetic cid glacial
  • 63 - Acetate & Iodide
  • 100 - Acetate and Iodide
  • Ion Chromatography Anion Std acetate
  • Acetate - CH3CO2(-) @1000microg/mL
  • USP Solution Acetate Buffer TS Conforms to USP
  • Acetate Standard: CH3CO2- @ 10000 microg/mL in H2O
  • Ion Chromatography Anion Std acetate 1mg/mL (1000 ppm)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
59.04 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
59.0139 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.24calc.
Topological polar surface area
40.13 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
4calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
-1calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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  • AKos Consulting & Solutions
    Germany, LorrachUnclaimed profile
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  • Alfa Chemistry
    United States, HolbrookUnclaimed profile
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  • Ambinter
    France, OrleansUnclaimed profile
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  • BenchChem
    United States, AustinUnclaimed profile
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  • BOC Sciences
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  • EvitaChem
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  • LGC Standards
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  • Molport
    Latvia, RigaUnclaimed profile
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  • RR Scientific
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  • Smolecule Inc.
    United States, San AntonioUnclaimed profile
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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite

Pharmacology

Acetate is salt or ester form of acetic acid. Acetate is the most common building block for biosynthesis, such as fatty acids.

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Acetate is traded under.

HS 2915.29Indicative HS code

Acetic acid and its salts, acetic anhydride, other

World exports in 2024
$336M
+10.0% vs 2023, imports $398M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.0%
  2. Netherlands25.4%
  3. Germany11.4%
Top importers
  1. United States17.0%
  2. Malaysia13.3%
  3. Germany7.3%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Acetate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Acetate, based on the data on this page

What is Acetate?

Acetate is a monocarboxylic acid anion resulting from the removal of a proton from the carboxy group of acetic acid. It has a role as a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a conjugate base of an acetic acid.

What is the CAS number of Acetate?

The CAS registry number of Acetate is 71-50-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Acetate?

The molecular formula of Acetate is C2H3O2- and its molar mass is 59.04 g/mol.

What is Acetate used for?

Known uses and roles of Acetate include saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, fungal metabolite, human metabolite and 2 more.

Is Acetate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Acetate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Acetate?

Acetate is usually classified under HS code 291529 (Acetic acid and its salts, acetic anhydride, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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