4-Nitroazobenzene

4-硝基偶氮苯

Also known as: Diazene,1-(4-nitrophenyl)-2-phenyl-, (4-Nitrophenyl)phenyldiazene, Azobenzene, 4-nitro-, p-Nitroazobenzene, (E)-1-(4-nitrophenyl)-2-phenyldiazene, 4-nitro-azobenzen, MFCD00007309, EINECS 219-656-6, NSC 16043

4-Nitroazobenzene (CAS 2491-52-3) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H9N3O2 and a molecular weight of 227.21900 g/mol. It is also known as Diazene,1-(4-nitrophenyl)-2-phenyl-, (4-Nitrophenyl)phenyldiazene and Azobenzene, 4-nitro-. Key properties include a melting point of 132-134ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 392.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.23g/cm3 and a flash point of 191.4ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2491-52-3
Jingsj CID
J-22772-0
Molecular Formula
C12H9N3O2
Chinese Name
4-硝基偶氮苯
Molecular Weight
227.21900 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point132-134ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point392.9ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.23g/cm3
Flash Point191.4ºC
Exact Mass227.06900
PSA70.54000
LogP4.53340
Vapor Pressure5.02E-06mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.62

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H351 — Suspected of causing cancer

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2927000090
Summary2927000090 other diazo-, azo- or azoxy-compounds。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Nitroazobenzene?

The CAS number of 4-Nitroazobenzene is 2491-52-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Nitroazobenzene?

4-Nitroazobenzene has molecular formula C12H9N3O2 and molecular weight 227.21900 g/mol.

Is 4-Nitroazobenzene hazardous?

4-Nitroazobenzene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Nitroazobenzene?

For 4-Nitroazobenzene, Upstream Products: 4-Aminoazobenzene, 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, monoxime, Nitrosobenzene; Downstream Products: 4-Aminoazobenzene.

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