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Chemical compounds are described in many ways, including molecular formulas, chemical structures, generic, systematic, common, and trade names. This lack of clarity can cause frustration, delays, and even safety concerns.
A CAS Registry Number (CAS RN®) is a unique and unambiguous identifier for a specific substance that allows clear communication and, with the help of CAS scientists, links together all available data and research about that substance. Governmental agencies rely on CAS Registry Numbers for substance identification in regulatory applications because they are unique, easily validated, and internationally recognized.
CAS Registry Numbers set the standard for identifying chemical substances since 1965.
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CAS REGISTRY is the database of disclosed chemical substances curated from scientific literature and other sources. It contains over 290 million substances and is continuously enhanced with new substances and the most up-to-date information for substances in the collection.
CAS Registry Numbers (CAS RNs) are the unique numeric identifiers assigned to chemical substances within the CAS REGISTRY. A CAS RN designates only one substance, ensuring precise identification. They allow for clarity in research across regions and languages and allow CAS databases and solutions to link a wealth of information about specific substances.
A CAS Registry Number is a numeric identifier that can contain up to 10 digits, divided by hyphens into three parts.
The right-most digit is a check digit used to verify the validity and uniqueness of the entire number.
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