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Home   •   Support  •  SciFinder  •  How To Guides  •  Web Version  •  Explore by Molecular Formula
How to... Explore by Molecular Formula

Web Version of SciFinder

SciFinder offers a variety of ways to find chemical substances. Use Explore by Molecular Formula to find a substances by using a molecular formula.

This feature is useful for:

  • Finding and verifying chemical names, CAS Registry Numbers, molecular formulas, and other substance information
  • Obtaining calculated and experimental property data
  • Identifying commercial sources
  • Retrieving regulatory compliance information
  • Obtaining articles and patents that discuss the substance


1.

Type a molecular formula. Click OK.

Note: Only one molecular formula may be searched at time.

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  • Arrange the atoms in any order that is logical to you. If SciFinder cannot interpret the formula, you will get a message asking that you add capitalization and/or spaces.
  • To search multicomponent substances, separate each component with a period.


2.

Review your answers.

To locate supplier information for a substance, click the Commercial Sources icon. Then click the company's name for full details, such as contact information.

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Updated: 4/3/2008 3:49:40 PM
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