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1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole

Also known as: 1H-Benzimidazole,1-methyl-6-nitro-, 1-methyl-6-nitrobenzimidazole, 6-nitro-1-methylbenzimidazole, 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzo[d]imidazole, 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazol, 1-methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzoimidazole, NSC 12003

1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole (CAS 5381-79-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7N3O2 and a molecular weight of 177.16000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 358.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.42g/cm3 and a flash point of 170.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5381-79-3
Jingsj CID
J-1512971-2
Molecular Formula
C8H7N3O2
Molecular Weight
177.16000 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point358.6ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.42g/cm3
Flash Point170.7ºC
Exact Mass177.05400
PSA63.64000
LogP2.00470
Refractive Index1.676

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole?

The CAS number of 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole is 5381-79-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole?

1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole has molecular formula C8H7N3O2 and molecular weight 177.16000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole?

For 1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole, Upstream Products: iodomethane, 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 1-methyl-1H-benzimidazol-5-amine, 1-Methyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-6-amine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Methyl-6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole (CAS 5381-79-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1512971-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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