C12H18N2O2

C12H18N2O2 is the molecular formula for a class of organic compounds that share the same elemental composition—12 carbon atoms, 18 hydrogen atoms, two nitrogen atoms, and two oxygen atoms. Because several distinct structures can fit this formula, it does not designate a single compound. In chemical databases, C12H18N2O2 may refer to multiple structural isomers with varying properties.

The approximate molar mass of compounds with this formula is 222.29 g/mol. The formula corresponds to five degrees of unsaturation, indicating a combination of rings and multiple bonds. A common structural motif among possible isomers is an aromatic ring, such as a benzene ring, which accounts for four degrees of unsaturation, with the remaining degree arising from a carbonyl or another unsaturated feature. Beyond aromatic frameworks, a range of amide, carbamate, or lactam functionalities are compatible with this formula.

Because many isomers are possible, physical properties such as melting point, boiling point, solubility, and reactivity vary widely. Consequently, without explicit structural information, predictions about stability or behavior are limited.

Potential applications of compounds with this formula span pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and dyes, among others, depending on the exact arrangement of the carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen atoms. In research and industry, precise identification of the structure is required to determine suitability for a given use.

Safety and handling depend on the specific compound. Standard laboratory precautions apply, and material safety data should be consulted once the exact structure is known.