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2-Nitroethanol

Also known as: 1-nitro-2-ethanol, 1-nitro-2-hydroxyethane, 2-Nitro-ethanol, 2-hydroxy-1-nitroethane, 2-hydroxynitroethane, 2-nitro-1-ethanol, 2-nitro-ethano, 2-nitroethan-1-ol, EINECS 210-895-1, Ethanol, 2-nitro-, Ethanol,2-nitro, MFCD00007405, beta-Nitroethanol, beta-Nitroethyl alcohol, beta-nitroalcohol, nitroethanol, β-Nitroethanol

2-Nitroethanol (CAS 625-48-9) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H5NO3 and a molecular weight of 91.066 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 193.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 113.8±11.1 °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.
625-48-9
Jingsj CID
J-48811-2
Molecular Formula
C2H5NO3
Molecular Weight
91.066 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−80 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point193.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point113.8±11.1 °C
Exact Mass91.026939
PSA66.05000
LogP-0.42
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.438

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905590090
Summary2905590090 other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic 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-Nitroethanol?

The CAS number of 2-Nitroethanol is 625-48-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Nitroethanol?

2-Nitroethanol has molecular formula C2H5NO3 and molecular weight 91.066 g/mol.

Is 2-Nitroethanol hazardous?

2-Nitroethanol 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-Nitroethanol?

For 2-Nitroethanol, Upstream Products: Ethylene oxide, 2-Iodoethanol, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: D-Mannoheptulose, Sedoheptulose anhydride monohydrate, Nitroethylene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Nitroethanol (CAS 625-48-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48811-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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