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4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol

Also known as: 4-Hydroxy-3-nitroanisole, 3-Nitrohydroquinone mono-methyl ether, 2-Nitro-4-methoxyphenol, Phenol, 4-methoxy-2-nitro, p-Methoxy-o-nitrophenol, TIMTEC-BB SBB008447

4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol (CAS 1568-70-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 169.13500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78-80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 289.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.367 g/cm3 and a flash point of 128.7ºC. 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.
1568-70-3
Jingsj CID
J-14587-9
Molecular Formula
C7H7NO4
Molecular Weight
169.13500 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78-80 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point289.1ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.367 g/cm3
Flash Point128.7ºC
Exact Mass169.03800
PSA75.28000
LogP1.83220
Vapor Pressure0.00129mmHg at 25°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909500000
Summary2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol?

The CAS number of 4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol is 1568-70-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol?

4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol has molecular formula C7H7NO4 and molecular weight 169.13500 g/mol.

Is 4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol hazardous?

4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenol (CAS 1568-70-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-14587-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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