CAS 99-53-6

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol

Description:

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol, with the CAS number 99-53-6, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of nitrophenols. It is characterized by a phenolic structure with a methyl group and a nitro group positioned on the aromatic ring. This compound typically appears as a yellow crystalline solid and is known for its moderate solubility in water, as well as higher solubility in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The presence of both the methyl and nitro groups influences its chemical reactivity, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis and a potential precursor for various chemical reactions. 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol exhibits acidic properties due to the hydroxyl group, allowing it to participate in acid-base reactions. Additionally, it is important to handle this compound with care, as it can be toxic and may pose environmental hazards. Its applications include use in dyes, pharmaceuticals, and as a reagent in chemical research.

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7NO3/c1-5-4-6(8(10)11)2-3-7(5)9/h2-4,9H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=KDQPMQNHVQVVMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(=O)(=O)C1=CC(C)=C(O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 1-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-nitrobenzene
• 1-Methoxy-2-Methyl-4-Nitrobenzene
• 2-Hydroxy-5-nitrotoluene
• 2-Methyl-4-Nitrophenol
• 4-Nitro-2-methylphenol
• 4-Nitro-o-cresol
• NSC 1022
• Phenol, 2-methyl-4-nitro-
• o-Cresol, 4-nitro-
• p-Nitro-o-cresol

2-methyl-4-nitrophenol

CAS: 99-53-6

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 153.1354

Ref: IN-DA003HN9

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol (4-Nitro-o-cresol)

CAS: 99-53-6

Ref: 7W-GK7298

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol

CAS: 99-53-6

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: light brown to brown solid

Molecular weight: 153.14g/mol

Ref: 54-OR8261

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol

CAS: 99-53-6

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol is a nitrophenol widely used in biochemical experiments and drug synthesis research.

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

Purity: 99.15%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 153.14

Ref: TM-TN9338

4-Nitro-o-cresol

CAS: 99-53-6

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

Purity: >98.0%(T)

Color and Shape: Light yellow to Brown powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 153.14

Ref: 3B-N0670

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol

CAS: 99-53-6

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Very pale yellow – Greyish yellow powder

Molecular weight: 153.137

Ref: 10-F209118

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol

CAS: 99-53-6

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol is an organic compound with the formula CHNO. It is a colorless liquid that is soluble in water, but not in most organic solvents. The chemical can be extracted from coal tar or made by nitrating phenol with nitric acid. 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol has been used as a solvent and as a precursor to other compounds such as nitrobenzene and aniline. The toxicological profile of 2-methyl-4-nitrophenol includes studies on its safety, toxicity, and mutagenicity. The molecule has been detected at low concentrations in the blood plasma of humans following inhalation exposure at high levels in animals; consequently it is classified as a possible human carcinogen by the United States EPA and International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
2-Methyl-4-nitrophenol has three functional groups: a methyl group, an oxygen atom

Formula: C₇H₇NO₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 153.14 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM15720