2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol
Also known as: 3-Nitro-o-cresol, 2-Hydroxy-6-nitrotoluene, 3-Nitro-2-methylphenol, Phenol, 2-methyl-3-nitro-, o-Methyl-m-hydroxynitrobenzene, 6-Hydroxy-2-nitrotoluene, TIMTEC-BB SBB008485, EINECS 226-739-0, MFCD00007241
2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol (CAS 5460-31-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 153.135 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 146-148 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 269.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 121.8±12.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5460-31-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-21224-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 153.135 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 146-148 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 269.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 121.8±12.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 153.042587 |
| PSA | 66.05000 |
| LogP | 2.39 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.597 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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-Methyl-3-nitrophenol?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol is 5460-31-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol?
2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol has molecular formula C7H7NO3 and molecular weight 153.135 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol hazardous?
2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol?
For 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenol, Upstream Products: 2-Methyl-3-nitroaniline, o-Cresol; Downstream Products: 2-Methoxy-6-nitrobenzoic acid, 3-Amino-2-methylphenol, N-(3-methoxy-2-methylphenyl)acetamide.
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