5-Nitrovanillin
Also known as: 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde, Benzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitro-, EINECS 229-633-2, MFCD00007118
5-Nitrovanillin (CAS 6635-20-7) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO5 and a molecular weight of 197.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 172-175 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 320.9±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 147.9±27.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6635-20-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-20120-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NO5
- Molecular Weight
- 197.145 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 172-175 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 320.9±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 147.9±27.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 197.032425 |
| PSA | 92.35000 |
| LogP | 2.10 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.629 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2913000090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2913000090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of products of heading 2912 Educational tariff:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Regulatory conditions:none Most favored nation tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Nitrovanillin?
The CAS number of 5-Nitrovanillin is 6635-20-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitrovanillin?
5-Nitrovanillin has molecular formula C8H7NO5 and molecular weight 197.145 g/mol.
Is 5-Nitrovanillin hazardous?
5-Nitrovanillin has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Nitrovanillin?
For 5-Nitrovanillin, Upstream Products: Vanillin, Vanillyl alcohol, Nitrous acid; Downstream Products: Entacapone, 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde, 3-(Benzyloxy)-4-hydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde.
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