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N-Hydroxyphthalimide

Also known as: 2-Hydroxyisoindoline-1,3-dione, 2-Hydroxy-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-hydroxy-1,3-isoindolinedione, NHPI, Phthaloxime, HOPHT, N-hydroxylphthalimide, hydroxyphthalimide

N-Hydroxyphthalimide (CAS 524-38-9) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5NO3 and a molecular weight of 163.130 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 233 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 370.3±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 177.8±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
524-38-9
Jingsj CID
J-29621-9
Molecular Formula
C8H5NO3
Molecular Weight
163.130 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point233 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point370.3±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point177.8±23.2 °C
Exact Mass163.026947
PSA57.61000
LogP0.42
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.718

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2925190090
Summary2925190090 other imides and their derivatives; salts thereof 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 N-Hydroxyphthalimide?

The CAS number of N-Hydroxyphthalimide is 524-38-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-Hydroxyphthalimide?

N-Hydroxyphthalimide has molecular formula C8H5NO3 and molecular weight 163.130 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of N-Hydroxyphthalimide?

For N-Hydroxyphthalimide, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, 1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-(phenylmethoxy)-, Diethyl phthalate; Downstream Products: cyclopentadecanol, O-Allylhydroxylamine hydrochloride, N-Allyloxyphthalimide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "N-Hydroxyphthalimide (CAS 524-38-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-29621-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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