(2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid
Also known as: 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid, 2-(2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid, o-Nitrophenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-nitro-, MFCD00007190, EINECS 223-128-0
(2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid (CAS 3740-52-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 137-140 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 345.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 155.9±9.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3740-52-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-10244-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 181.145 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 137-140 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 345.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 155.9±9.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 181.037506 |
| PSA | 83.12000 |
| LogP | 1.24 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.598 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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 (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid?
The CAS number of (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid is 3740-52-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid?
(2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid has molecular formula C8H7NO4 and molecular weight 181.145 g/mol.
Is (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid hazardous?
(2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid?
For (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Nitrophenylpyruvic acid, Dimethyl 2-(2-nitrophenyl)malonate, Diethyl (2-nitrophenyl)malonate; Downstream Products: methyl 1H-indazole-3-carboxylate, 2-(2-Aminophenyl)ethanol, 2-Aminophenylacetic acid.
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