1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol

1-苯基-2-硝基乙醇

Also known as: 1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol, 2-Nitro-1-phenylethanol, Benzenemethanol, α-(nitromethyl)-, 2-Nitro-1-phenyl-1-ethanol, 2-Nitro-1-phenyl-ethanol, 2-nitro-1-phenylethan-1-ol, 2-hydroxy-2-phenyl-nitroethane

1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol (CAS 15990-45-1) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 167.16200 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Nitro-1-phenylethanol, Benzenemethanol, α-(nitromethyl)- and 2-Nitro-1-phenyl-1-ethanol. Key properties include a boiling point of 317.2ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.254g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
15990-45-1
Jingsj CID
J-1345152-1
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO3
Chinese Name
1-苯基-2-硝基乙醇
Molecular Weight
167.16200 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point317.2ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.254g/cm3
Flash Point142.5ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol?

The CAS number of 1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol is 15990-45-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol?

1-Phenyl-2-nitroethanol has molecular formula C8H9NO3 and molecular weight 167.16200 g/mol.

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