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4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate

Also known as: 4-Nitrophenyl chlorocarbonate, 4-Nitrophenyl carbonochloridate, 4-Nitrophenyl chloridocarbonate, 4-nitrophenoxycarbonyl chloride, p-Nitrophenyl chloroformate, p-Nitrophenyl chlorocarbonate, Chloroformic acid 4-nitrophenyl ester, Chloroformic acid p-nitrophenyl ester, Carbonochloridic acid, 4-nitrophenyl ester, p-Nitrophenoxycarbonyl chloride, PNPCF

4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate (CAS 7693-46-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4ClNO4 and a molecular weight of 201.564 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77-79 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 283.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.3±19.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
7693-46-1
Jingsj CID
J-1135680-2
Molecular Formula
C7H4ClNO4
Molecular Weight
201.564 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point77-79 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point283.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point125.3±19.8 °C
Exact Mass200.982880
PSA72.12000
LogP2.84
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.577
Storage Conditions2-8℃
Additional Propertydecomposes

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate?

The CAS number of 4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate is 7693-46-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate?

4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate has molecular formula C7H4ClNO4 and molecular weight 201.564 g/mol.

Is 4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate hazardous?

4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate?

For 4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate, Upstream Products: Bis(trichloromethyl) carbonate, Diphosgene; Downstream Products: 1-methylcyclopropyl 4-nitrophenyl carbonate, Bis(4-nitrophenyl) carbonate, Rivastigmine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Nitrophenyl chloroformate (CAS 7693-46-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1135680-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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