2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol

Also known as: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-nitrophenol, 2-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-4-NITROBENZENOL, 5-Nitrosalicyl alcohol, Benzenemethanol, 2-hydroxy-5-nitro-, MFCD01321361

2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS 39224-61-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 169.13500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 123-127ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 322.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.489g/cm3 and a flash point of 147.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 39224-61-8
Jingsj CID: J-19720-6
Molecular Formula: C₇H₇NO₄
Molecular Weight: 169.13500 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	123-127ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point	322.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.489g/cm3
Flash Point	147.5ºC
Exact Mass	169.03800
PSA	86.28000
LogP	1.31590
Refractive Index	1.644

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2908999090
Summary	2908999090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of phenols or phenol-alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol is 39224-61-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C7H7NO4 and molecular weight 169.13500 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

For 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 5-Nitrosalicylaldehyde, 5-Nitrosalicylic acid, Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-nitrobenzoate; Downstream Products: 2-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-1-methoxy-4-nitrobenzene, 5-Nitrosalicylaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS 39224-61-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-19720-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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