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(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol

Also known as: 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol, 2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl alcohol, 2-Fluoro-5-nitronbenzyl alcohol, 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzenemethanol, Benzenemethanol, 2-fluoro-5-nitro-, 2-fluoro-5-nitro-benzenemethanol, (2-fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methan-1-ol, 2-Fluor-5-nitro-benzylalkohol, MFCD02683502, 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol 96, 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzyl alcohol 95+%

(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol (CAS 63878-73-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6FNO3 and a molecular weight of 171.126 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 68-71ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 319.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.8±23.7 °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.
63878-73-9
Jingsj CID
J-5951-8
Molecular Formula
C7H6FNO3
Molecular Weight
171.126 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point68-71ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point319.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point146.8±23.7 °C
Exact Mass171.033173
PSA66.05000
LogP0.62
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.572

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2906299090
Summary2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol?

The CAS number of (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol is 63878-73-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol?

(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol has molecular formula C7H6FNO3 and molecular weight 171.126 g/mol.

Is (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol hazardous?

(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol 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 (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol?

For (2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol, Upstream Products: 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde, 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Downstream Products: (5-Amino-2-fluorophenyl)methanol, 2-(Bromomethyl)-1-fluoro-4-nitrobenzene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(2-Fluoro-5-nitrophenyl)methanol (CAS 63878-73-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5951-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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