Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate

双(2,4-二硝基苯基)草酸酯

Also known as: 2,4-Dinitrophenyl oxalate, DNPO, Oxalic acid bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) ester, Ethanedioic acid, bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) ester, MFCD00010712

Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate (CAS 16536-30-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H6N4O12 and a molecular weight of 422.217 g/mol. It is also known as 2,4-Dinitrophenyl oxalate, DNPO and Oxalic acid bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) ester. Key properties include a melting point of 189-190 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 605.1±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 265.9±33.5 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16536-30-4
Jingsj CID
J-8992-8
Molecular Formula
C14H6N4O12
Chinese Name
双(2,4-二硝基苯基)草酸酯
Molecular Weight
422.217 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point189-190 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point605.1±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point265.9±33.5 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate?

The CAS number of Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate is 16536-30-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate?

Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate has molecular formula C14H6N4O12 and molecular weight 422.217 g/mol.

Is Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate hazardous?

Bis(2,4-dinitrophenyl) oxalate has GHS signal word Warning.

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