Ethyl 2-nitropropionate
Also known as: 2-Nitropropanoic acid ethyl ester, 2-Nitropropionic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl alpha-nitropropionate, Ethyl 2-nitropropanoate, Propanoic acid, 2-nitro-, ethyl ester, Propionic acid, 2-nitro-, ethyl ester, Nsc 63896
Ethyl 2-nitropropionate (CAS 2531-80-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 147.12900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 75ºC(9 torr) and a flash point of 89.4ºC. 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.
- 2531-80-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1439836-8
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 147.12900 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 75ºC(9 torr) |
|---|---|
| Flash Point | 89.4ºC |
| Exact Mass | 147.05300 |
| PSA | 72.12000 |
| LogP | 0.73790 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.519mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.421(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 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 Ethyl 2-nitropropionate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 2-nitropropionate is 2531-80-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-nitropropionate?
Ethyl 2-nitropropionate has molecular formula C5H9NO4 and molecular weight 147.12900 g/mol.
Is Ethyl 2-nitropropionate hazardous?
Ethyl 2-nitropropionate 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 Ethyl 2-nitropropionate?
For Ethyl 2-nitropropionate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-bromopropionate, Ethyl nitroacetate, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Ethyl methacrylate, Diethyl 2-oxopentanedioate, Ethyl pyruvate.
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