Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate

Name: Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051630

About Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate

Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate (CAS 1955-46-0) is a nitrogen-functional building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C9H7NO6, corresponding to a molecular weight of 225.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 3-methoxycarbonyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid. It is also known as 5-Nitroisophthalic acid monomethyl ester or Monomethyl 5-nitroisophthalate.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. 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. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate
Catalogue No.	VQ-051630
CAS Number	1955-46-0
IUPAC name	3-methoxycarbonyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₇NO₆
Molecular weight	225.15 g/mol
Exact mass	225.0273
InChIKey	ZCRNIIJXDRYWDU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(=O)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	74776

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 6
TPSA	109 Å²
Synonyms	5-Nitroisophthalic acid monomethyl ester, Monomethyl 5-nitroisophthalate, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, 1-methyl ester, 5-Nitroisophthalic acid, monomethyl ester, Methyl 5-nitrohydrogen.isophthalate, 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-5-nitrobenzoic acid, Mono-methyl 5-nitroisophthalate, Methyl hydrogen 5-nitroisophthalate, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, monomethyl ester, 3-methoxycarbonyl-5-nitro-benzoic acid, 5-nitro-isophtalic acid mono methyl ester, 5-(methoxycarbonyl)-3-nitrobenzoic acid

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 5-Nitroisophthalate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate is 1955-46-0. It is also known as 5-Nitroisophthalic acid monomethyl ester, Monomethyl 5-nitroisophthalate, 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, 1-methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate?

Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate has the molecular formula C9H7NO6 and a molecular weight of 225.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methoxycarbonyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate can I order?

We supply Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate, 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 5-Nitroisophthalate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate 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 5-Nitroisophthalate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate 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.