Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate

Name: Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009879

About Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate, a nitrogen-functional building block registered under CAS number 61940-22-5. With the molecular formula C9H9NO4, it has a molar mass of 195.17 g/mol. Alternative names: 2-methyl-6-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester and 6-Nitro-o-toluic Acid Methyl Ester.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

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

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. 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	Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-009879
CAS Number	61940-22-5
IUPAC name	methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₉NO₄
Molecular weight	195.17 g/mol
Exact mass	195.0532
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	XPVBLOOMFDNJTH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)OC
PubChem CID	596057

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	72.1 Å²
Synonyms	2-methyl-6-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester, 6-Nitro-o-toluic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 6-methyl-2-nitrobenzoate, Methyl 2-Methyl-6-nitro-benzoate, Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-6-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate, 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, methyl-2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate, Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate #

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, 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 Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate is 61940-22-5. It is also known as 2-methyl-6-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester, 6-Nitro-o-toluic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 6-methyl-2-nitrobenzoate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate has the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate can I order?

We supply Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate in Reference Standard grade, 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 Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate 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 Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoate 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.