2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol
Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrotoluene, 4-Nitro-o-cresol, 4-Nitro-2-cresol, Phenol, 2-methyl-4-nitro-, 2-Methyl-4-nitro-phenol, 4-Nitro-2-methylphenol
2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol (CAS 99-53-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 153.135 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 93-98 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 311.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 143.1±13.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, 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.
- 99-53-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1172180-5
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 153.135 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 93-98 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 311.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 143.1±13.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 153.042587 |
| PSA | 66.05000 |
| LogP | 2.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.597 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2908999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2908999090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol is 99-53-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol?
2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol has molecular formula C7H7NO3 and molecular weight 153.135 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol hazardous?
2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol?
For 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol, Upstream Products: o-Cresol, 4-nitroso-o-cresol, 3-Nitrotoluene; Downstream Products: 2-Methyl-4-nitroanisole, 4-Amino-2-methylphenol, 4-methoxy-3-methylaniline.
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