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2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline

Also known as: 2-Amino-4-nitroanisole, 2-Amino-4-nitro anisidine, 1-Amino-2-methoxy-5-nitrobenzene, 1-Methoxy-2-amino-4-nitrobenzene, 2-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzamine, 2-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzenamine, 5-Nitro-2-anisidine, 5-Nitro-2-methoxyaniline, Benzenamine, 2-methoxy-5-nitro-, EINECS 202-770-5, MFCD00007261

2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline (CAS 99-59-2) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8N2O3 and a molecular weight of 168.150 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 117-119 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 351.8±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.6±22.3 °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.
99-59-2
Jingsj CID
J-1495140-4
Molecular Formula
C7H8N2O3
Molecular Weight
168.150 g/mol
Category
Ethers
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point117-119 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point351.8±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point166.6±22.3 °C
Exact Mass168.053497
PSA81.07000
LogP1.69
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.601
Additional PropertySlightly soluble.

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922299090
Summary2922299090. other amino-naphthols and other amino-phenols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline?

The CAS number of 2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline is 99-59-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline?

2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline has molecular formula C7H8N2O3 and molecular weight 168.150 g/mol.

Is 2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline hazardous?

2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline 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 2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline?

For 2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline, Upstream Products: 2,4-Dinitroanisole, o-Anisidine, 4-Nitroanisole; Downstream Products: 2-Fluoro-4-nitroanisole, 2-Methoxy-5-nitrophenyl isocyanate, 2-Chloro-4-nitroanisole.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methoxy-5-nitroaniline (CAS 99-59-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1495140-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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