Saccharin

Saccharin

Names
IUPAC name 1H-1λ6,2-Benzothiazole-1,1,3(2H)-trione
Other names ortho-benzoic sulfimide ortho sulphobenzimide
Identifiers
Jmol-3D images	Image
SMILES O=C2c1ccccc1S(=O)(=O)N2
Properties
Chemical formula	C7H5NO3S
Molar mass	183.18 g/mol
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Density	0.828 g/cm3
Melting point	228.8–229.7 °C (443.8–445.5 °F; 501.9–502.8 K)
Boiling point	796.15 523.00 °C (973.40 °F; 796.15 K)
Solubility in water	1 g/290 ml (25 °C)
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents DMSO, methanol, acetone Sparingly soluble in acetone, benzene, toluene
Vapor pressure	~0 mmHg
Acidity (pKa)	1.6
Hazards
Safety data sheet	ChemicalBook
Related compounds
Related compounds	N-fluorosaccharin, N-chlorosaccharin, N-bromosaccharin, N-iodosaccharin, N-astatosaccharin, N-tennessosaccharin
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Saccharinis an organic chemical compound, used as a sweetener and in organic synthesis.

Properties

Chemical

In its acid form, saccharin is not water-soluble.

Physical

Saccharin is a white odorless crystal. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in polar organic solvents.

Availability

Can be bought from chemical suppliers.

Preparation

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Projects

Make halogenating reagents

Safety

Saccharin doesn't appear to be dangerous, but can taste awful in tiny amounts.

Storage

In closed airtight containers, mostly to keep it from contaminating things nearby.

Disposal

No special disposal is require. May be poured down the drain or dumped in trash.