5-Nitrosalicylic acid
Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid, 5-Nitro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid, Anilotic acid, Salicylic acid, 5-nitro-, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-nitro-, Mesalazine Impurity 21, Mesalazine Impurity N (EP), NSC 183, NSC 175998
5-Nitrosalicylic acid (CAS 96-97-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5NO5 and a molecular weight of 183.118 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 228-230 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 399.1±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 183.9±15.0 °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.
- 96-97-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-27724-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5NO5
- Molecular Weight
- 183.118 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 228-230 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 399.1±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 183.9±15.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 183.016769 |
| PSA | 103.35000 |
| LogP | 2.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.664 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Nitrosalicylic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Nitrosalicylic acid is 96-97-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitrosalicylic acid?
5-Nitrosalicylic acid has molecular formula C7H5NO5 and molecular weight 183.118 g/mol.
Is 5-Nitrosalicylic acid hazardous?
5-Nitrosalicylic acid 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-Nitrosalicylic acid?
For 5-Nitrosalicylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-4-nitrobenzaldehyde, 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzoic acid, Methyl 3-nitrobenzoate; Downstream Products: Methyl 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoate, 2-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid, Methyl 2-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoate.
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