2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98%

About 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98%

2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid is a nitrogen-functional building block carrying the CAS registry number 1975-50-4, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C8H7NO4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 181.15 g/mol. Alternative names: 3-Nitro-o-toluic acid and Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-nitro-.

In its supplied form it is white to light red to green powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 183-186 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates and heterocycle construction. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009768
CAS Number	1975-50-4
IUPAC name	2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇NO₄
Molecular weight	181.15 g/mol
Exact mass	181.0375
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	YPQAFWHSMWWPLX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=CC=C1[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)O
PubChem CID	16096

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to light red to green powder or crystals
Melting point	183-186 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	83.1 Å²
Synonyms	3-Nitro-o-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-nitro-, 3-nitro-2-methylbenzoic acid, o-Toluic acid, 3-nitro-, 2-methyl-3-nitro-benzoic acid, 3-Nitro-2-methyl benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoicacid, methyl 3-nitrobenzoic acid, 3-nitro-2-methybenzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-nitro benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 99%, 3-Nitro-2-methylbenzoic acid, 3-Nitro-o-toluic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% is 1975-50-4. It is also known as 3-Nitro-o-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-3-nitro-, 3-nitro-2-methylbenzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98%?

2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.