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7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 7-NITROINDOLE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 7-NITRO-1H-INDOLE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 7-NO2-ICA, CRT0044876, NSC 69877, 2-Carboxy-7-nitro-1H-indole, TIMTEC-BB SBB003487

7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 6960-45-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H6N2O4 and a molecular weight of 206.155 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 260-261 °C, a boiling point of 520.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 268.8±24.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6960-45-8
Jingsj CID
J-48331-8
Molecular Formula
C9H6N2O4
Molecular Weight
206.155 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point260-261 °C
Boiling Point520.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point268.8±24.6 °C
Exact Mass206.032761
PSA98.91000
LogP2.80
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.761
Storage Conditionsroom temp

GHS Safety & Compliance

Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Madhusudan S, et al. Isolation of a small molecule inhibitor of DNA base excision repair. Nucleic Acids Res. 2005;33(15):4711-4724. Published 2005 Aug 19.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid is 6960-45-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid?

7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H6N2O4 and molecular weight 206.155 g/mol.

Is 7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid hazardous?

7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid?

For 7-Nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 7-nitro-1H-indole-2-carboxylate; Downstream Products: 7-Nitro-1H-indole, 1H-indol-7-amine.

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