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3-Nitro-2-butanol

Also known as: 2-Butanol, 3-nitro-, 2-Nitrobutan-3-ol, 3-nitrobutan-2-ol, NSC 17679, NSC 33811, EINECS 228-447-9, MFCD00007396

3-Nitro-2-butanol (CAS 6270-16-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 119.11900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 21.25°C (estimate), a boiling point of 55ºC0.5 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.1 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 91.1 °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 Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
6270-16-2
Jingsj CID
J-30638-7
Molecular Formula
C4H9NO3
Molecular Weight
119.11900 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point21.25°C (estimate)
Boiling Point55ºC0.5 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.1 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point91.1 °C
Exact Mass119.05800
PSA66.05000
LogP0.55560
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.441(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Nitro-2-butanol?

The CAS number of 3-Nitro-2-butanol is 6270-16-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Nitro-2-butanol?

3-Nitro-2-butanol has molecular formula C4H9NO3 and molecular weight 119.11900 g/mol.

Is 3-Nitro-2-butanol hazardous?

3-Nitro-2-butanol 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-Nitro-2-butanol?

For 3-Nitro-2-butanol, Upstream Products: 2-Methyl-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, Propionaldehyde, 1-Nitropropane; Downstream Products: ch3cho.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Nitro-2-butanol (CAS 6270-16-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-30638-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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