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5-Nitroisophthalic acid

Also known as: 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, 5-Nitro-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-Nitrobenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, 3-Carboxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid, 5-NIPA, 5-Nitro-m-phthalic acid, Nitroisophthalic acid, Glycopyrronium Bromide EP Impurity O, 5-NO2-isophthalic acid

5-Nitroisophthalic acid (CAS 618-88-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5NO6 and a molecular weight of 211.128 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 259-261 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 473.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 213.9±15.8 °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.
618-88-2
Jingsj CID
J-32717-3
Molecular Formula
C8H5NO6
Molecular Weight
211.128 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point259-261 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point473.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point213.9±15.8 °C
Exact Mass211.011688
PSA120.42000
LogP1.79
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.660

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2917399090
Summary2917399090 aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Nitroisophthalic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Nitroisophthalic acid is 618-88-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitroisophthalic acid?

5-Nitroisophthalic acid has molecular formula C8H5NO6 and molecular weight 211.128 g/mol.

Is 5-Nitroisophthalic acid hazardous?

5-Nitroisophthalic 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 5-Nitroisophthalic acid?

For 5-Nitroisophthalic acid, Upstream Products: Isophthalic acid, 3-Nitrobenzoic acid, 1,3-Dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene; Downstream Products: (3-Amino-5-methylphenyl)methanol, Disperse Blue 165, Diethyl 5-aminoisophthalate.

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