Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate

Name: Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-037939

About Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate, a nitrogen-functional building block registered under CAS number 7356-11-8. Formula C9H9NO4, molecular weight 195.17 g/mol. Alternative names: Methyl 3-nitro-4-methylbenzoate and Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-3-nitro-, methyl ester.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates and heterocycle construction. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 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. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-037939
CAS Number	7356-11-8
IUPAC name	methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₉NO₄
Molecular weight	195.17 g/mol
Exact mass	195.0532
InChIKey	YFPBHPCMYFCRKS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C(=O)OC)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	81816

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	72.1 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl 3-nitro-4-methylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-3-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-nitro-p-toluate, p-Toluic acid, 3-nitro-, methyl ester, p-Toluic acid, 3-nitro-, methyl ester (8CI), 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, 4-Methyl-3-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester, 4-methoxycarbonyl-2-nitrotoluene, 3-Nitro-p-toluic Acid Methyl Ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate is 7356-11-8. It is also known as Methyl 3-nitro-4-methylbenzoate, Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-3-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-nitro-p-toluate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate has the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate can I order?

We supply Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate, 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 Methyl 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 4-methyl-3-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 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 4-methyl-3-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.