Molekula
3-Nitroacetophenone
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3-Nitroacetophenone is an aromatic ketone with a nitro substituent, widely used as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis, dye manufacturing, and agrochemical production. It serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of APIs, pigments, and specialty chemicals due to its reactive functional groups. This compound has a CAS number of 121-89-1, a molecular formula of CH3C(O)C6H4NO2, and a molecular weight of 165.15 g/mol. It is stable under ambient storage conditions but requires careful handling due to its classification as a warning-level hazardous substance. Molekula supplies 3-Nitroacetophenone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow/ pale green crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥99% |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.0% |
| Any individual impurity | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 191 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 81 °C |
| Boiling Point | 202 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 3.86 × 10⁻⁵ mmHg at 25 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.42 |
Source: PubChem CID 8494 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89967956 |
| CAS Number | 121-89-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(3-nitrophenyl)ethanone |
| EC Number | 204-504-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3C(O)C6H4NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 165.15 |
| Exact Mass | 165.0426 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)C1=CC(=CC=C1)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | ARKIFHPFTHVKDT-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H7NO3/c1-6(10)7-3-2-4-8(5-7)9(11)12/h2-5H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8494 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29147900 |
| Tariff Code | 2914790090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H312 Harmful in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- 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
- (3-Nitrophenyl) methyl ketone
- 1-(3-Nitrophenyl)ethanone
- 1-Acetyl-3-nitrobenzene
- 3-Nitroacetofenon
- Acetophenone, 3'-nitro-
- Ethanone, 1-(3-nitrophenyl)-
- m-Acetylnitrobenzene
- M-NITROACETOPHENONE
- Methyl 3-nitrophenyl ketone
- USAF MA-1
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-Nitroacetophenone commonly used for?
3-Nitroacetophenone is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Nitroacetophenone?
The molecular formula is **CH₃C(O)C₆H₄NO₂**, and the molecular weight is **165.15 g/mol**.
What safety classification does 3-Nitroacetophenone have?
The product is labeled with the **signal word 'Warning'** under GHS classification.
How should 3-Nitroacetophenone be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from incompatible substances.
Can Molekula supply 3-Nitroacetophenone in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of 3-Nitroacetophenone for industrial and research applications—contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of 3-Nitroacetophenone?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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