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Nitroxoline

Also known as: 5-Nitro-8-quinolinol, 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline, 5-Nitro-8-hydroxyquinoline, 5-Nitroquinolin-8-ol, 8-Quinolinol, 5-nitro-, Nitroxolin, Nitroxolina, Nitroxolinum, Notroxoline, Noxibiol, Uritrol, Urocoli

Nitroxoline (CAS 4008-48-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H6N2O3 and a molecular weight of 190.156 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 181-183ºC, a boiling point of 419.0±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 207.2±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4008-48-4
Jingsj CID
J-1955830-6
Molecular Formula
C9H6N2O3
Molecular Weight
190.156 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point181-183ºC
Boiling Point419.0±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point207.2±25.9 °C
Exact Mass190.037842
PSA78.94000
LogP2.00
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.728
Additional Propertyalcohol: very slightly soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933499090
Summary2933499090. other compounds containing in the structure a quinoline or isoquinoline ring-system (whether or not hydrogenated), not further fused. 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 Nitroxoline?

The CAS number of Nitroxoline is 4008-48-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nitroxoline?

Nitroxoline has molecular formula C9H6N2O3 and molecular weight 190.156 g/mol.

Is Nitroxoline hazardous?

Nitroxoline has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Nitroxoline?

For Nitroxoline, Upstream Products: 8-Hydroxyquinoline, 5-Nitroso-8-quinolinol, 8-Ethoxy-5-nitroquinoline; Downstream Products: 8-Ethoxy-5-nitroquinoline, 5-Amino-8-hydroxyquinoline, 5-Amino-8-quinolinol dihydrochloride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Nitroxoline (CAS 4008-48-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1955830-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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