Community Overview
About r/OrganicChemistry
A subreddit dedicated to organic chemistry discussions, homework help, and sharing interesting reactions. Covers undergraduate and graduate organic chemistry topics.
The community at a glance
r/OrganicChemistry is a Subreddit for Chemists with roughly 121K members. It has been around since 2009. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #8 in the Chemistry communities list.
Roughly 19K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Help, Reaction, and Mechanism. Product recommendations often mention books and organic chemistry textbooks.
Community Topics
Community Features
This community has a forum
Subreddit Analysis
via GummySearchYearly: +19K members
Growth: +19.0% / year
Member growth over time
All time (yearly)
- 2013: 71 members
- 2014: 193 members
- 2015: 276 members
- 2016: 676 members
- 2017: 1K members
- 2018: 2K members
- 2019: 4K members
- 2020: 19K members
- 2021: 15K members
- 2022: 13K members
- 2023: 14K members
- 2024: 21K members
- 2025: 21K members
- 2026: 9K members
2013
+71 new
2014
+193 new
2015
+276 new
2016
+676 new
2017
+1K new
2018
+2K new
2019
+4K new
2020
+19K new
2021
+15K new
2022
+13K new
2023
+14K new
2024
+21K new
2025
+21K new
2026
+9K new
Past year (monthly)
- Jul: 1K members
- Aug: 2K members
- Sep: 1K members
- Oct: 2K members
- Nov: 2K members
- Dec: 2K members
- Jan: 2K members
- Feb: 2K members
- Mar: 2K members
- Apr: 2K members
- May: 2K members
- Jun: 1K members
July 2025
+1K new
August 2025
+2K new
September 2025
+1K new
October 2025
+2K new
November 2025
+2K new
December 2025
+2K new
January 2026
+2K new
February 2026
+2K new
March 2026
+2K new
April 2026
+2K new
May 2026
+2K new
June 2026
+1K new
Topics
- Help71 posts in the past month#171Help
- Reaction66 posts in the past month#266Reaction
- Mechanism62 posts in the past month#362Mechanism
- Struggling61 posts in the past month#461Struggling
- Organic Chemistry59 posts in the past month#559Organic Chemistry
Flair
- Discussion42 posts in the past month
- What are some halogenated drugs you find interesting?
- Total synthesis of Lidocaine
- Yellow #15 is a relatively newly discovered yellow coloured pigment located in the flavedo (outermost layer of the skin) of lemon peels. It has the potential to be a strong competitor as a natural replacement for artificially made yellow compounds.
#142DiscussionWhat are some halogenated drugs you find interesting? · Total synthesis of Lidocaine · Yellow #15 is a relatively newly discovered yellow coloured pigment located in the flavedo (outermost layer of the skin) of lemon peels. It has the potential to be a strong competitor as a natural replacement for artificially made yellow compounds. - advice20 posts in the past month
- Equilibrium arrow tattoo
- Gift for chem tutors
- Dipeptide unknown
#220adviceEquilibrium arrow tattoo · Gift for chem tutors · Dipeptide unknown - mechanism14 posts in the past month
- Just started synthesis and am confused
- would this dopamine Synthesis from benzene work?? Theoretical only!!!!
- Is this how you solve this question? I am a Novice
#314mechanismJust started synthesis and am confused · would this dopamine Synthesis from benzene work?? Theoretical only!!!! · Is this how you solve this question? I am a Novice - challenge5 posts in the past month
- Find the error on this tattoo🤭
- Chemdle 444 has humbled me - please help me understand what comes next
- Step by step breakdown
#45challengeFind the error on this tattoo🤭 · Chemdle 444 has humbled me - please help me understand what comes next · Step by step breakdown - meme3 posts in the past month
- Funny Organic Chemistry Joke
- can’t even touch grass without thinking chemistry
- Wth did my teacher do?? (Spanish nomenclature)
#53memeFunny Organic Chemistry Joke · can’t even touch grass without thinking chemistry · Wth did my teacher do?? (Spanish nomenclature)
Product recommendations
- books14 posts in the past month
- What is the best book to read for organic chemistry?
- does anyone have suggestions on the best books for someone just starting to get into chemistry?
- What's the best book as someone that's looking to learn the basics of Ochem
#114booksWhat is the best book to read for organic chemistry? · does anyone have suggestions on the best books for someone just starting to get into chemistry? · What's the best book as someone that's looking to learn the basics of Ochem - organic chemistry textbooks4 posts in the past month
- Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks
- Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks
- Recommended textbooks?
#24organic chemistry textbooksCould anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks · Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks · Recommended textbooks?
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is r/OrganicChemistry for?
- Best for Chemists enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
- Is r/OrganicChemistry free to join?
- This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
- How many members does r/OrganicChemistry have?
- Roughly 121K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
- What platform is r/OrganicChemistry on?
- r/OrganicChemistry runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
- What topics does r/OrganicChemistry cover?
- On the Hive Index, r/OrganicChemistry is organized under Chemists.
- How do I join r/OrganicChemistry?
- You can join r/OrganicChemistry by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
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- Welcome to the world of online communities for Chemists! These vibrant and diverse platforms offer a virtual haven for scientists, researchers, and enthusiasts alike. Joining these communities provides an invaluable opportunity to connect, collaborate, and exchange knowledge with fellow chemists from around the globe. With variations across different communities, you can find forums dedicated to specific branches of chemistry, such as organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. Some communities focus on academic discussions and research sharing, while others cater to industry professionals seeking advice on practical applications and career development. Additionally, you may find platforms that emphasize mentorship and support for students and early-career chemists. Whether you're looking for guidance, inspiration, networking opportunities, or simply a space to geek out about chemistry, these online communities have got you covered.
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