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2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole

Also known as: 2-METHYL-6-NITRO-1,3-BENZOXAZOLE, 2-METHYL-6-NITROBENZOXAZOLE, 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzo[d]oxazole, 2-methyl-6-nitro-1,3-benzoxazole, Benzoxazole, 2-methyl-6-nitro-, MFCD00022848, EINECS 227-149-6

2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole (CAS 5683-43-2) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6N2O3 and a molecular weight of 178.14500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 157-158°C, a boiling point of 303.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.395g/cm3 and a flash point of 137.1ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5683-43-2
Jingsj CID
J-49205-7
Molecular Formula
C8H6N2O3
Molecular Weight
178.14500 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point157-158°C
Boiling Point303.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.395g/cm3
Flash Point137.1ºC
Exact Mass178.03800
PSA71.85000
LogP2.56760
Refractive Index1.671

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
Summary2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. 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 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole?

The CAS number of 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole is 5683-43-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole?

2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole has molecular formula C8H6N2O3 and molecular weight 178.14500 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole?

For 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole, Upstream Products: N-(2-hydroxy-4-nitrophenyl)acetamide, 2-Amino-5-nitrophenol, Triethyl orthoacetate; Downstream Products: N-(2-hydroxy-4-nitrophenyl)acetamide, 2-methylbenzo[d]oxazol-6-amine, 2-Amino-5-nitrophenol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoxazole (CAS 5683-43-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-49205-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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