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N-Methylphthalimide

Also known as: 1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, 2-methyl-, 2-Methylisoindoline-1,3-dione, 2-Methyl-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione, Methyl Phthalimide, Phthalimide-N-methyl, Rivaroxaban Impurity 20, Rivaroxaban Impurity F, EINECS 208-982-4, MFCD00023063, N-methyl-phthalimid

N-Methylphthalimide (CAS 550-44-7) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 161.157 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 129-132 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 286.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.4±11.1 °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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
550-44-7
Jingsj CID
J-32632-9
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight
161.157 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point129-132 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point286.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point117.4±11.1 °C
Exact Mass161.047684
PSA37.38000
LogP1.56
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.607

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

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-Methylphthalimide?

The CAS number of N-Methylphthalimide is 550-44-7.

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

N-Methylphthalimide has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.157 g/mol.

Is N-Methylphthalimide hazardous?

N-Methylphthalimide 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 N-Methylphthalimide?

For N-Methylphthalimide, Upstream Products: 2-Iodobenzoic acid, Methanol, 2-(4-(Methylsulfinyl)butyl)isoindoline-1,3-dione; Downstream Products: Phthalic acid, 4-Nitro-N-methylphthalimide, 3-Acetylindole.

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