3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid
Also known as: 2-Nitro-3-methoxybenzoic acid, 2-Nitro-m-anisic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-2-nitro-, RARECHEM AL BE 0677, MFCD00007143, EINECS 225-549-5
3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS 4920-80-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids 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 253-257 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 388.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.6±23.7 °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.
- 4920-80-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-29958-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NO5
- Molecular Weight
- 197.145 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 253-257 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 388.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 188.6±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 197.032425 |
| PSA | 92.35000 |
| LogP | 1.55 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.588 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid is 4920-80-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid?
3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H7NO5 and molecular weight 197.145 g/mol.
Is 3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic 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 3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid?
For 3-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Methyl-2-nitroanisole, 3-Methyl-2-nitrophenol, m-Cresol; Downstream Products: 3-Methoxybenzene-1,2-diamine, 2-Amino-3-methoxybenzoic acid, 1-(2-Amino-3-methoxyphenyl)ethanone.
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