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5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol

Also known as: 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol, (5-Methoxy-2-nitrophenyl)methanol, (5-methoxy-2-nitro-phenyl)-methanol, 5-METHOXY-2-NITROBENZYL ALCOHOL, 5-Methoxy-2-nitro-benzylalkohol, Benzenemethanol, 5-methoxy-2-nitro-

5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS 879-55-0) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 183.16100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 351.855ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.317g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.596ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
879-55-0
Jingsj CID
J-1512530-1
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO4
Molecular Weight
183.16100 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point351.855ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.317g/cm3
Flash Point166.596ºC
Exact Mass183.05300
PSA75.28000
LogP1.61890
Refractive Index1.574

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2909499000
Summary2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol is 879-55-0.

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

5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H9NO4 and molecular weight 183.16100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

For 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid, Methyl 5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzoate, 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: 5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzaldehyde, 2-(bromomethyl)-4-methoxy-1-nitrobenzene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS 879-55-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1512530-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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