Question

The reagent(s) used in the preparation of aspirin from salicyclic acid is:

• A. $SO{Cl}_2$, pyridine
• B. ${\left({CH}_{3}CO\right)}_{2}O,H^{+}$
• C. ${CH}_{3}C{O}_{2}H,HCl$
• D. ${CH}_{3}Cl,Al{Cl}_3$

Answer 1

The correct option is B ${\left({CH}_{3}CO\right)}_{2}O,H^{+}$

Asprin (2-acetoxy benzoic acid) is an analgesic.
It is obtained by acetylating salicyclic acid with acetic anhydride and conc. $H_2{SO}_4$.