3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene

Name: 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050243

About 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene, a nitrogen-functional building block registered under CAS number 603-71-4. With the molecular formula C9H11NO2, it has a molar mass of 165.19 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1,3,5-trimethyl-2-nitrobenzene. Common synonyms include 2-Nitromesitylene and Nitromesitylene.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates and heterocycle construction. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene
Catalogue No.	VQ-050243
CAS Number	603-71-4
IUPAC name	1,3,5-trimethyl-2-nitrobenzene
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₁NO₂
Molecular weight	165.19 g/mol
Exact mass	165.079
InChIKey	SCEKDQTVGHRSNS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)C)[N+](=O)[O-])C
PubChem CID	69051

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	45.8 Å²
Synonyms	2-Nitromesitylene, Nitromesitylene, Benzene, 1,3,5-trimethyl-2-nitro-, Mesitylene, 2-nitro-, Mononitromesitylene, 2,4,6-Trimethylnitrobenzene, 1,3,5-trimethyl-2-nitro-benzene, 2,4,6-Trimethyl-1-nitrobenzene, 2-nitro-1,3,5-trimethylbenzene, 2,6-Trimethylnitrobenzene, 1,5-Trimethyl-2-nitrobenzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, 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 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene?

The CAS Registry Number of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene is 603-71-4. It is also known as 2-Nitromesitylene, Nitromesitylene, Benzene, 1,3,5-trimethyl-2-nitro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene?

3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene has the molecular formula C9H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 165.19 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3,5-trimethyl-2-nitrobenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene can I order?

We supply 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene?

Yes. Every lot of 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene 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 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrotoluene 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.