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2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid
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2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid is an organic compound primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the production of ropinirole, a dopamine agonist used to treat Parkinson's disease, and other fine chemicals. It features a nitro-substituted aromatic ring with a methyl and acetic acid functional group, enabling versatile reactivity in organic transformations. This chemical has a CAS number of 23876-15-5, with the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.17 g/mol. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety handling. Molekula supplies 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light brown solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 76947951 |
| CAS Number | 23876-15-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-methyl-3-nitrophenyl)acetic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C9H9NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 195.17 |
| Exact Mass | 195.0532 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C=CC=C1[N+](=O)[O-])CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | LWIOFILTAJJDLA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H9NO4/c1-6-7(5-9(11)12)3-2-4-8(6)10(13)14/h2-4H,5H2,1H3,(H,11,12) |
| PubChem CID | 13530897 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2916.39.79.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2916399090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(2-methyl-3-nitro-phenyl)acetic acid
- (3-Nitro-o-tolyl)acetic Acid
- 2-(2-methyl-3-nitro-phenyl)ethanoic acid
- 2-(2-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)acetic acid
- 2-METHYL-3-NITROBENZENEACETIC ACID
- Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methyl-3-nitro-
- Ethanone, 2-(4-iodophenyl)-1-phenyl-
- LWIOFILTAJJDLA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid commonly used for?
This compound is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid?
The molecular formula is C9H9NO4, and the molecular weight is 195.17 g/mol.
How should 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid be stored?
Store at 2 to 8°C in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.
What hazard classification does this product have?
The product has a signal word of 'Warning' under GHS classification.
Does Molekula supply 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2-Methyl-3-nitrophenylacetic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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