4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol
Also known as: 3-Nitro-p-cresol, 3-Nitro-4-methylphenol, p-Cresol, 3-nitro-, 4-Hydroxy-2-nitrotoluene, 4-Hydroxy-1-methyl-2-nitrobenzene, 3-Hydroxy-2-nitrotoluene, 2-Nitro-4-hydroxytoluene
4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol (CAS 2042-14-0) 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 78-81 °C, a boiling point of 276.0±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.2±12.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2042-14-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1413092-8
- 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 | 78-81 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 276.0±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 125.2±12.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 153.042587 |
| PSA | 66.05000 |
| LogP | 2.39 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.597 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- 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 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol?
The CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol is 2042-14-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol?
4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol has molecular formula C7H7NO3 and molecular weight 153.135 g/mol.
Is 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol hazardous?
4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol?
For 4-Methyl-3-nitrophenol, Upstream Products: p-Cresol, 4-Bromotoluene, acetic acid; Downstream Products: 6-Methoxyindole, 5-Methoxy-2-methylaniline, 6-Ethoxy-1H-indole.
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