2-Nitrophenylacetic acid

Name: 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049375

About 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid, a nitrogen-functional building block registered under CAS number 3740-52-1. The compound has the formula C8H7NO4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 181.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-(2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid. Alternative names: o-Nitrophenylacetic acid and Benzeneacetic acid, 2-nitro-.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates, heterocycle construction and fine chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Nitrophenylacetic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-049375
CAS Number	3740-52-1
IUPAC name	2-(2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₇NO₄
Molecular weight	181.15 g/mol
Exact mass	181.0375
InChIKey	WMUZDBZPDLHUMW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CC(=O)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	77337

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	83.1 Å²
Synonyms	o-Nitrophenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-nitro-, 2-Nitrobenzeneacetic acid, 2-(o-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid, Acetic acid, (o-nitrophenyl)-, (ortho-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid, o-nitrophenyl acetic acid, orthonitrophenylacetic acid, Benzeneaceticacid,2-nitro-

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-Nitrophenylacetic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid is 3740-52-1. It is also known as o-Nitrophenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-nitro-, 2-Nitrobenzeneacetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid?

2-Nitrophenylacetic acid has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid can I order?

We supply 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid, 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 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid 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-Nitrophenylacetic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Nitrophenylacetic acid 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.