(5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol
Also known as: (5-Nitro-2-thienyl)methanol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-nitrothiophene, 2-Thiophenemethanol, 5-nitro-, 2-thiophenemethanol,5-nitro, 5-nitro-2-hydroxymethylthiophene, 5-nitrothiophene-2-methanol, (5-nitrothien-2-yl)methanol, (5-nitro-thiophen-2-yl)-methanol
(5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol (CAS 20898-85-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H5NO3S and a molecular weight of 159.163 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 334.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 155.8±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 20898-85-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1513007-1
- Molecular Formula
- C5H5NO3S
- Molecular Weight
- 159.163 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 334.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 155.8±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.999008 |
| PSA | 94.29000 |
| LogP | 0.46 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.639 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2934999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. 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 (5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol?
The CAS number of (5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol is 20898-85-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol?
(5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C5H5NO3S and molecular weight 159.163 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol?
For (5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: 5-Nitrothiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; Downstream Products: 5-Nitrothiophene-2-carboxaldehyde, 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-nitrothiophene, 5-Nitrothiophene-2-carboxylic acid.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "(5-Nitrothiophen-2-yl)methanol (CAS 20898-85-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1513007-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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