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Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate

Also known as: Methyl 3-nitro-2-methylbenzoate, Methyl 3-nitro-o-toluate, 3-Nitro-o-toluic acid methyl ester, 3-NITRO-O-TOLUIC ACID METHYL ESTER, 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 2-methyl-3-nitromethylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-nitro-, methyl ester, MFCD00082564, Methyl2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene carboxylate

Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate (CAS 59382-59-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.172 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 62-65 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 286.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 128.7±23.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
59382-59-1
Jingsj CID
J-10191-7
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight
195.172 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point62-65 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point286.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point128.7±23.8 °C
Exact Mass195.053162
PSA72.12000
LogP2.28
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.548

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate is 59382-59-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate has molecular formula C9H9NO4 and molecular weight 195.172 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate?

For Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, iodomethane; Downstream Products: 4-Nitroisoindolin-1-one, Methyl indole-4-carboxylate, 4-Amino-2,3-dihydro-1H-isoindol-1-one.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate (CAS 59382-59-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-10191-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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