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4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid

Also known as: 3,5-Dinitro-4-chlorobenzoic acid, 4-chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoate, Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3,5-dinitro-, AKOS 212-81, CBI-BB ZERO/005300, LABOTEST-BB LT00117948, RARECHEM AL BO 0221, TIMTEC-BB SBB003176, EINECS 204-290-1, MFCD00007080

4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid (CAS 118-97-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H3ClN2O6 and a molecular weight of 246.561 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 159-162 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 422.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.4±28.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
118-97-8
Jingsj CID
J-1132020-0
Molecular Formula
C7H3ClN2O6
Molecular Weight
246.561 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point159-162 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point422.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point209.4±28.7 °C
Exact Mass245.967957
PSA128.94000
LogP2.03
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.666

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid is 118-97-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid?

4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H3ClN2O6 and molecular weight 246.561 g/mol.

Is 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid hazardous?

4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid?

For 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Chlorobenzoic acid, 4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 4-Amino-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: 4-Amino-3,5-dinitrobenzamide, 2-Chloro-1,3-dinitrobenzene, 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzamide.

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