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Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate

Also known as: Ethyl p-nitrobenzoate, 4-Nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester, 4-(ethoxycarbonyl)nitrobenzene, Benzoic acid, 4-nitro-, ethyl ester, Benzoic acid, p-nitro-, ethyl ester, Ethyl nitrobenzoate, para ester, Ethyl para-nitrobenzoate, BENZOCAINE IMPURITY (ETHYL P-NITROBENZOATE)

Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate (CAS 99-77-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.172 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 55-59 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 315.0±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.2±25.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
99-77-4
Jingsj CID
J-32542-8
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight
195.172 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point55-59 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point315.0±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point148.2±25.2 °C
Exact Mass195.053162
PSA72.12000
LogP2.33
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.545

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 Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate is 99-77-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate?

Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate has molecular formula C9H9NO4 and molecular weight 195.172 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate?

For Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate, Upstream Products: Ethanol, 4-Nitrobenzaldehyde, 4-Nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: ethyl 4-(phenylthio)benzoate, 2-(chloromethyl)-5-(4-nitrophenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole, 3-phenyl-2,1-benzoxazole-5-carboxylic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoate (CAS 99-77-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-32542-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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