2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%

Name: 2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008262

About 2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Nitrobenzoic acid, a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 552-16-9 at a purity of ≥98%. The compound has the formula C7H5NO4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 167.12 g/mol. It is also known as o-Nitrobenzoic acid or Benzoic acid, 2-nitro-.

The material typically appears as a white to yellow powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 146-148 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and pharmaceutical synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Nitrobenzoic acid in 5 g, 25 g and 500 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Pharmaceutical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008262
CAS Number	552-16-9
IUPAC name	2-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₅NO₄
Molecular weight	167.12 g/mol
Exact mass	167.0219
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29163990
InChIKey	SLAMLWHELXOEJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	11087

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to yellow powder
Melting point	146-148 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	83.1 Å²
Synonyms	o-Nitrobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-nitro-, ortho-nitrobenzoic acid, oNitrobenzoic acid, oCarboxynitrobenzene, Nitrobenzoicacid, o, orthonitrobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, onitro, Benzoic acid, 2nitro, 2-nitrobenzoicacid, Benzoic acid, o-nitro-, o-Carboxynitrobenzene

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-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98% is 552-16-9. It is also known as o-Nitrobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-nitro-, ortho-nitrobenzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%?

2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C7H5NO4 and a molecular weight of 167.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-nitrobenzoic acid.

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

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

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-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-Nitrobenzoic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-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.