Nitro ethane, 99.5%

Name: Nitro ethane, 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009515

About Nitro ethane, 99.5%

Nitro ethane (CAS 79-24-3) is an amine building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 99.5% purity. The compound has the formula C2H5NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 75.07 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-nitroethane. It is also known as Nitroethane or Ethane, nitro-.

The material typically appears as a clear colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of -90 °C and a density of 1.045 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span polymer and resin production and solvent and extraction work. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Nitro ethane in 10 mL, 25 mL, 100 mL and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymer & resin production
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Nitro ethane, 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009515
CAS Number	79-24-3
IUPAC name	1-nitroethane
Molecular formula	C₂H₅NO₂
Molecular weight	75.07 g/mol
Exact mass	75.032
Purity / assay	99.5%
HSN code	29042090
InChIKey	MCSAJNNLRCFZED-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	6587

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Melting point	-90 °C
Density	1.045 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	45.8 Å²
UN number	UN 2842
Synonyms	Nitroethane, Ethane, nitro-, C2H5NO2, Nitroparaffin, Nitro-Ethane, 1-Nitroethane #, Nitroethane, 97%, Nitroethane [UN2842] [Flammable liquid], Nitroethane, ReagentPlus(R), 99.5%, Nitroethane, reagent grade, >=98.0%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P317, P330, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, 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 Nitro ethane, 99.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of Nitro ethane, 99.5% is 79-24-3. It is also known as Nitroethane, Ethane, nitro-, C2H5NO2.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nitro ethane, 99.5%?

Nitro ethane, 99.5% has the molecular formula C2H5NO2 and a molecular weight of 75.07 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-nitroethane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Nitro ethane, 99.5% can I order?

We supply Nitro ethane, 99.5% in (99.5%) grade, in 10 mL, 25 mL, 100 mL, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Nitro ethane, 99.5%?

Yes. Every lot of Nitro ethane, 99.5% 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 Nitro ethane, 99.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Nitro ethane, 99.5% is classified as hazardous (UN 2842), 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.