2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid PurCert Analytical Standard [Includes characterization data for Purity, IR, 1H-NMR, MS]

Analytical Standard


Linear Formula:  C8H7O4N
Molecular Weight:  181.15 g/mol
CAS Number: 1975-52-6

Properties

Assay Purity >= 98 %
M pt. 177.0 to 181.0 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302-H315-H317-H319-H335
Precautionary Statement  P261-P280-P305+P351+P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

Description

Application
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals dyes and fine chemicals. It is also utilized in research laboratories for chemical studies.

Purpose
The purpose of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is to support the synthesis of valuable industrial and medicinal compounds. It serves as a building block in the development of specialty chemicals and research products.

General Description
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is an aromatic organic compound that contains a benzene ring with methyl nitro and carboxylic acid functional groups. It is commonly found as a pale yellow crystalline solid.