2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan

Also known as: 1-(5-nitro-1-benzofuran-2-yl)ethanone, 1-(5-nitrobenzo[b]furan-2-yl)ethan-1-one, 1-(5-nitrobenzofuran-2-yl)ethanone, 2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzofuran, 5-nitro-2-acetyl-benzofuran, MFCD00051634

2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan (CAS 23136-39-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 205.16700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 175 °C, a boiling point of 350.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.37g/cm3 and a flash point of 165.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 23136-39-2
Jingsj CID: J-19646-3
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₇NO₄
Molecular Weight: 205.16700 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	175 °C
Boiling Point	350.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.37g/cm3
Flash Point	165.5ºC
Exact Mass	205.03800
PSA	76.03000
LogP	3.06680
Vapor Pressure	4.5E-05mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.625

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932999099
Summary	2932999099. 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 2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan?

The CAS number of 2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan is 23136-39-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan?

2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan has molecular formula C10H7NO4 and molecular weight 205.16700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan?

For 2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan, Upstream Products: 5-Nitrosalicylaldehyde, Chloroacetone, Bromoacetone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-acetyl-5-nitrobenzo[b]furan (CAS 23136-39-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-19646-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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