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4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid

Also known as: 3-Nitro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid, 3-Nitro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid, NHB, 4-carboxy-2-nitrophenol, p-carboxy-o-nitrophenol, RARECHEM AL BO 1164, LABOTEST-BB LT00452849

4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS 616-82-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5NO5 and a molecular weight of 183.118 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 183-186 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 354.3±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 162.5±13.6 °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.
616-82-0
Jingsj CID
J-44202-4
Molecular Formula
C7H5NO5
Molecular Weight
183.118 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point183-186 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point354.3±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point162.5±13.6 °C
Exact Mass183.016769
PSA103.35000
LogP1.84
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.664

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918290000
SummaryHS: 2918290000 other carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid is 616-82-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid?

4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid has molecular formula C7H5NO5 and molecular weight 183.118 g/mol.

Is 4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid hazardous?

4-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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