tert-Butyl nitrite
Also known as: t-Butyl nitrite, t-BuONO, Nitrous acid tert-butyl ester, Nitrous acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, 1,1-Dimethylethyl nitrite, 2-Methyl-2-propyl nitrite, 2-methyl-2-nitritopropane, alpha,alpha-Dimethylethyl nitrite, tert-Butyl nitrite 90%, tert-Butyl nitrite, technical, 90%, MFCD00002055, EINECS 208-757-0
tert-Butyl nitrite (CAS 540-80-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 103.120 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 63.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -21.4±13.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 540-80-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1516389-0
- Molecular Formula
- C4H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 103.120 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 63.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -21.4±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 103.063332 |
| PSA | 38.66000 |
| LogP | 1.74 |
| Vapor Pressure | 183.3±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.402 |
| Additional Property | slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2920909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2920909090 esters of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of tert-Butyl nitrite?
The CAS number of tert-Butyl nitrite is 540-80-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl nitrite?
tert-Butyl nitrite has molecular formula C4H9NO2 and molecular weight 103.120 g/mol.
Is tert-Butyl nitrite hazardous?
tert-Butyl nitrite has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-Butyl nitrite?
For tert-Butyl nitrite, Upstream Products: tert-Butanol, tert-butyl chloride, 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane; Downstream Products: 3-Bromo-5-chloropyrazine-2-carbonitrile, 2-Chloro-1,3-thiazole-5-carbonitrile, Ethyl 2-chlorooxazole-4-carboxylate.
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