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4-Nitrophenylacetic acid

Also known as: (4-nitrophenyl)acetic acid, 2-(4-nitrophenyl)acetic acid, 4-nitrobenzeneacetic acid, 4-nitro-α-toluic acid, p-nitrophenylacetic acid, para-nitrophenylacetic acid, para-nitrophenylethanoic acid, 4-nitrophenylethanoic acid

4-Nitrophenylacetic acid (CAS 104-03-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 150-155 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 377.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 171.6±9.4 °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.
104-03-0
Jingsj CID
J-28858-4
Molecular Formula
C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight
181.145 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point150-155 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point377.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point171.6±9.4 °C
Exact Mass181.037506
PSA83.12000
LogP1.24
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.598
Additional Propertyslightly soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid is 104-03-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid?

4-Nitrophenylacetic acid has molecular formula C8H7NO4 and molecular weight 181.145 g/mol.

Is 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid hazardous?

4-Nitrophenylacetic 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 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid?

For 4-Nitrophenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: 4-Nitrophenylacetonitrile, (4-Aminophenyl)acetic acid, Methyl (4-nitrophenyl)acetate; Downstream Products: Diethyl 2-(4-nitrophenyl)malonate, Methyl 2-(4-aminophenyl)acetate, Ethyl 2-(4-nitrophenyl)acetate.

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