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5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 2-Nitrothiophene-4-carboxylic acid, 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, 5-Nitro-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid

5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 40357-96-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H3NO4S and a molecular weight of 173.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 147 °C, a boiling point of 367.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 175.9±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40357-96-8
Jingsj CID
J-19849-2
Molecular Formula
C5H3NO4S
Molecular Weight
173.147 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point147 °C
Boiling Point367.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point175.9±23.7 °C
Exact Mass172.978271
PSA111.36000
LogP1.45
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.660

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
Summary2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. 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-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid is 40357-96-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid?

5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C5H3NO4S and molecular weight 173.147 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid?

For 5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Thiophene-3-carboxylic acid, 3-Methylthiophene, 5-nitrothiophene-3-carbonitrile; Downstream Products: methyl 5-nitrothiophene-3-carboxylate, 5-Nitrothiophene-3-carbonyl chloride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 40357-96-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-19849-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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