3-Nitrosalicylic acid
Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-nitro-, 3-Nitrosalicylic acid, 3-nitro-salicylic acid, NSC 182, Mesalazine EP Impurity R, Mesalazine Impurity 18, AKOS 94104, AURORA KA-2532, RARECHEM AL BE 0272
3-Nitrosalicylic acid (CAS 85-38-1) 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 183.12 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 142-147 °C, a boiling point of 315.6±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 143.4±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.
- 85-38-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-44984-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5NO5
- Molecular Weight
- 183.12 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 142-147 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 315.6±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 143.4±13.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 183.016769 |
| PSA | 103.35000 |
| LogP | 2.49 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.664 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 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 3-Nitrosalicylic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Nitrosalicylic acid is 85-38-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Nitrosalicylic acid?
3-Nitrosalicylic acid has molecular formula C7H5NO5 and molecular weight 183.12 g/mol.
Is 3-Nitrosalicylic acid hazardous?
3-Nitrosalicylic 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 3-Nitrosalicylic acid?
For 3-Nitrosalicylic acid, Upstream Products: Salicylic acid, 5-Chlorosalicylic acid, 2-Bromo-3-nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Nitrophenol, Carbon dioxide, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-nitrophenol.
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