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3-nitrobenzoyl chloride

Also known as: m-nitrobenzoyl chloride, 3-nitro-benzoyl chloride, benzoyl chloride, 3-nitro-, meta nitro benzoyl chloride

3-nitrobenzoyl chloride (CAS 121-90-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4ClNO3 and a molecular weight of 185.565 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 31-34 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 277.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 121.5±19.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
121-90-4
Jingsj CID
J-38338-0
Molecular Formula
C7H4ClNO3
Molecular Weight
185.565 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point31-34 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point277.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point121.5±19.8 °C
Exact Mass184.987976
PSA62.89000
LogP2.12
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.589
Additional Propertydecomposes

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

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 3-nitrobenzoyl chloride?

The CAS number of 3-nitrobenzoyl chloride is 121-90-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-nitrobenzoyl chloride?

3-nitrobenzoyl chloride has molecular formula C7H4ClNO3 and molecular weight 185.565 g/mol.

Is 3-nitrobenzoyl chloride hazardous?

3-nitrobenzoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-nitrobenzoyl chloride?

For 3-nitrobenzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 3-Nitrobenzoic acid, Oxalyl chloride, 3-Nitrobenzhydrazide; Downstream Products: 3-nitrophenyl isocyanate, N-methyl-3-nitrobenzamide, 2-(3-aminophenyl)-1,3-benzoxazol-6-amine.

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