2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline
Also known as: 2-Amino-4-nitrotoluene, 5-Nitro-o-toluidine, 1-Amino-2-methyl-5-nitrobenzene, 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzenamine, Scarlet G Base, Fast Scarlet G Base, CI 37105, Benzenamine, 2-methyl-5-nitro-
2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline (CAS 99-55-8) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8N2O2 and a molecular weight of 152.151 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 103-106 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 329.4±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 153.0±22.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 99-55-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1088805-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 152.151 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 103-106 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 329.4±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 153.0±22.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.058578 |
| PSA | 71.84000 |
| LogP | 1.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.616 |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 19 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
- H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2921430090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2921430090 toluidines and their derivatives; salts thereof 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-Methyl-5-nitroaniline?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline is 99-55-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline?
2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline has molecular formula C7H8N2O2 and molecular weight 152.151 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline hazardous?
2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline?
For 2-Methyl-5-nitroaniline, Upstream Products: 2-Bromo-4-nitrotoluene, o-Toluidine, Methanol; Downstream Products: 2-Chloro-N-(2-methyl-5-nitrophenyl)acetamide, 2-Methyl-5-nitrophenol, 6-Nitro-1H-indazole.
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