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Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate

Also known as: m-Nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 3-Nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, methyl m-nitrobenzoate, 3-carbomethoxynitrobenzene, 3-methoxycarbonyl-1-nitrobenzene, Benzoic acid, 3-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl meta-nitrobenzoate, AKOS B029800, RARECHEM AL BF 0189

Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate (CAS 618-95-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78-80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 284.7±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 136.8±21.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
618-95-1
Jingsj CID
J-12386-4
Molecular Formula
C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight
181.145 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78-80 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point284.7±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point136.8±21.8 °C
Exact Mass181.037506
PSA72.12000
LogP1.82
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.554
Additional Propertyinsoluble

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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 3-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate is 618-95-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate has molecular formula C8H7NO4 and molecular weight 181.145 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate?

For Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 3-Nitrobenzaldehyde, 3-Nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoate, methyl 3-iodo-5-nitrobenzoate, Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-nitrobenzoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate (CAS 618-95-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-12386-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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