2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid
Also known as: (2,4-Dinitrophenyl)acetic acid, 2-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)acetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 2,4-dinitro-, 2,4-Dinitrobenzeneacetic acid, MFCD00007227, EINECS 211-398-2
2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid (CAS 643-43-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6N2O6 and a molecular weight of 226.143 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 169-175 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 430.2±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 191.8±13.0 °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.
- 643-43-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-10358-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6N2O6
- Molecular Weight
- 226.143 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 169-175 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 430.2±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 191.8±13.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 226.022583 |
| PSA | 128.94000 |
| LogP | 0.90 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.637 |
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 2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid is 643-43-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid?
2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid has molecular formula C8H6N2O6 and molecular weight 226.143 g/mol.
Is 2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid hazardous?
2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic 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 2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid?
For 2,4-Dinitrophenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: Penicillin G sodium salt, 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid, Ethyl phenylacetate; Downstream Products: 4-Chloro-2-nitrophenylacetic acid, 2-(2,4-Dinitrophenyl)ethanol, Methyl 2,4-dinitrophenylacetate.
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