3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid

Name: 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-038658

About 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid

3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid is a process intermediate or related compound of Fluralaner carrying the CAS registry number 5437-38-7. Its molecular formula is C8H7NO4 and its molecular weight is 181.15 g/mol. Common synonyms include 2-Nitro-m-toluic acid and Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-2-nitro-.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Fluralaner, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Fluralaner

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-038658
CAS Number	5437-38-7
IUPAC name	3-methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇NO₄
Molecular weight	181.15 g/mol
Exact mass	181.0375
InChIKey	DGDAVTPQCQXLGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C(=O)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	21575

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	83.1 Å²
Synonyms	2-Nitro-m-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-2-nitro-, m-Toluic acid, 2-nitro-, 2Nitromtoluic acid, mToluic acid, 2nitro, Benzoic acid, 3methyl2nitro, 2-Nitro-3-methylbenzoic acid, 2-nitro-3-methyl benzoic acid, 2-nitro-3-methyl-benzoic 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 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid is 5437-38-7. It is also known as 2-Nitro-m-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-2-nitro-, m-Toluic acid, 2-nitro-.

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

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

What is 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid used for?

3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Fluralaner. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

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

We supply 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

Yes. Every lot of 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid 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 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid 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.