3-Nitrophenylacetic acid
Also known as: (3-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid, m-Nitrophenylacetic acid, 3-Nitrobenzeneacetic acid, 2-(3-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid, 3-Nitrophenylethanoic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 3-nitro-
3-Nitrophenylacetic acid (CAS 1877-73-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 117-120 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 373.8±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 169.8±9.4 °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.
- 1877-73-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-48511-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 181.145 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 117-120 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 373.8±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 169.8±9.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 181.037506 |
| PSA | 83.12000 |
| LogP | 1.24 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.598 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 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-Nitrophenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Nitrophenylacetic acid is 1877-73-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Nitrophenylacetic acid?
3-Nitrophenylacetic acid has molecular formula C8H7NO4 and molecular weight 181.145 g/mol.
Is 3-Nitrophenylacetic acid hazardous?
3-Nitrophenylacetic 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-Nitrophenylacetic acid?
For 3-Nitrophenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile, 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide, 3-Nitrobenzyl chloride; Downstream Products: 2-(3-aminophenyl)-1-morpholin-4-yl-ethanone, Piperazine, 2-(3-Nitrophenyl)ethanol.
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