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5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 5-nitro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, 2-Carboxy-5-nitrobenzofuran, 5-Nitro-2-benzofurancarboxylic acid, 5-NITROBENZO[B]FURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID

5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 10242-12-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H5NO5 and a molecular weight of 207.14000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 274ºC, a boiling point of 414ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.584g/cm3 and a flash point of 204.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
10242-12-3
Jingsj CID
J-1518214-6
Molecular Formula
C9H5NO5
Molecular Weight
207.14000 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point274ºC
Boiling Point414ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.584g/cm3
Flash Point204.2ºC
Exact Mass207.01700
PSA96.26000
LogP2.56240
Vapor Pressure1.35E-07mmHg at 25°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932999099
Summary2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen 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 5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid is 10242-12-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid?

5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H5NO5 and molecular weight 207.14000 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid?

For 5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 5-nitro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate, (2-formyl-4-nitrophenoxy)acetic acid, Benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid; Downstream Products: 1-Benzofuran-5-amine, 5-amino-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, (5-Nitro-1-benzofuran-2-yl)methanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 10242-12-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1518214-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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