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Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate

Also known as: Benzoic acid, 2,6-dinitro-, methyl ester, 2,6-Dinitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate, 2,6-Dinitrobenzoesaeuremethylester, 2,6-Di-nitro-benzoesaure-methylester, Methyl-2,6-dinitrobenzoat, 2,6-dinitro-benzoic acid methyl ester

Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate (CAS 42087-82-1) 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 226.14300 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 323ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.497g/cm3 and a flash point of 151.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42087-82-1
Jingsj CID
J-1037265-3
Molecular Formula
C8H6N2O6
Molecular Weight
226.14300 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point323ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.497g/cm3
Flash Point151.5ºC
Exact Mass226.02300
PSA117.94000
LogP2.33600
Refractive Index1.592

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate is 42087-82-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate?

Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate has molecular formula C8H6N2O6 and molecular weight 226.14300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate?

For Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate, Upstream Products: 2,6-Dinitrobenzoic acid, Dimethyl sulfate, Methanol; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-methoxy-6-nitrobenzoate, 2-Amino-6-methoxybenzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 2,6-dinitrobenzoate (CAS 42087-82-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1037265-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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