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3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid

Also known as: 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid, 5-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 3-nitro-5-methylbenzoic acid, 5-Nitro-3-methylbenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-5-nitro-, 5-Nitro-m-toluic acid

3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS 113882-33-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 174℃, a boiling point of 355.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.1±13.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
113882-33-0
Jingsj CID
J-1501006-7
Molecular Formula
C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight
181.145 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point174℃
Boiling Point355.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point161.1±13.0 °C
Exact Mass181.037506
PSA83.12000
LogP2.28
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.601

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is 113882-33-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid?

3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7NO4 and molecular weight 181.145 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid?

For 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 1,3-Dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene, 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile, 2-amino-5-methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: 3-hydroxy-5-methylbenzoic acid, 3-Amino-5-methylbenzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS 113882-33-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1501006-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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