(2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane

Also known as: (S)-4-nitrostyrene oxide, (S)-p-nitrostyrene oxide, (S)-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane, Oxirane, 2-(4-nitrophenyl)-, (2S)-, SNO, para-nitro-styrene oxide

(2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane (CAS 78038-42-3) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 165.14600 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 302.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.372g/cm3 and a flash point of 158ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 78038-42-3
Jingsj CID: J-1496963-8
Molecular Formula: C₈H₇NO₃
Molecular Weight: 165.14600 g/mol
Category: Ethers
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	302.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.372g/cm3
Flash Point	158ºC
Exact Mass	165.04300
PSA	58.35000
LogP	2.18930
Refractive Index	1.611

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2910900090
Summary	2910900090. epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers, with a three-membered ring, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane?

The CAS number of (2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane is 78038-42-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane?

(2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane has molecular formula C8H7NO3 and molecular weight 165.14600 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(2S)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)oxirane (CAS 78038-42-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1496963-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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