Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate
Also known as: 5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 5-chloro-2-nitro-benzoicacimethylester, Methyl (2-nitro-5-chloro)benzoate, Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-nitro-, methyl ester, Chloroprocaine Impurity 39, RARECHEM AL BF 0190, EINECS 257-107-2, MFCD00272139
Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate (CAS 51282-49-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6ClNO4 and a molecular weight of 215.590 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48-52 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 306.2±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 139.0±22.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 51282-49-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1100716-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6ClNO4
- Molecular Weight
- 215.590 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 48-52 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 306.2±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 139.0±22.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.998535 |
| PSA | 72.12000 |
| LogP | 2.37 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.568 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
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 Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate is 51282-49-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate?
Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate has molecular formula C8H6ClNO4 and molecular weight 215.590 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate hazardous?
Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate?
For Methyl 5-chloro-2-nitrobenzoate, Upstream Products: 5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzoic acid, iodomethane, Dimethyl sulfate; Downstream Products: Methyl 5-chloroanthranilate, Acifluorfen-methyl, methyl 5-chloro-2-[(4-ethoxy-4-oxobutyl)-(4-methylphenyl)sulfonylamino]benzoate.
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