5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99%

About 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99%

5-Nitro-m-xylene is a nitrogen-functional building block carrying the CAS registry number 99-12-7, specified at ≥99% purity. Formula C8H9NO2, molecular weight 151.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1,3-dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene. Alternative names: 5-Methyl-3-nitrotoluene and 3,5-Dimethylnitrobenzene.

The material typically appears as a light orange to yellow to green solid. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates, heterocycle construction and catalysis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g and 10 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009836
CAS Number	99-12-7
IUPAC name	1,3-dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene
Molecular formula	C₈H₉NO₂
Molecular weight	151.16 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0633
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	BYFNZOKBMZKTSC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])C
PubChem CID	7426

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Light orange to yellow to green solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	45.8 Å²
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-nitrotoluene, 3,5-Dimethylnitrobenzene, Benzene, 1,3-dimethyl-5-nitro-, 3,5-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene, m-Xylene, 5-nitro-, 1,3-dimethyl-5-nitro-benzene, 5-nitro-m-xylol, Benzene,3-dimethyl-5-nitro-, 1,3-Dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene, >=99%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H331Toxic if inhaled
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P319, P321, P330, P361 + 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 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% is 99-12-7. It is also known as 5-Methyl-3-nitrotoluene, 3,5-Dimethylnitrobenzene, Benzene, 1,3-dimethyl-5-nitro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99%?

5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dimethyl-5-nitrobenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% can I order?

We supply 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% in (≥99%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% 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 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Nitro-m-xylene, 99% 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.