4-Nitrobenzoic Acid (p-Nitrobenzoic Acid), CAS Number: 62-23-7
4-Nitrobenzoic Acid, commonly known as p-Nitrobenzoic Acid, is a nitro-substituted aromatic carboxylic acid.
Product Chemical Properties
Chemical Name: 4-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS Number: 62-23-7
Molecular Formula: C7H5NO4
Molecular Weight: 167.12 g/mol
EINECS Number: 200-526-2
Melting Point: 237–240°C
Boiling Point: Approximately 359°C at 760 mmHg (reported value)
Density: Approximately 1.47–1.50 g/cm³
Water Solubility: Poorly soluble in water

Product Technical Specification
Appearance: pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity: 99.0% Min
Water content: ≤0.5%
Melting point: 239.0~242.0℃
Drying reduction: 0.5% Max
Sulphated ash: ≤0.2%
Heavy metal content: 10ppm Max
Impurity: 2-nitrobenzoic acid: 0.2% Max
Impurity: 3-nitrobenzoic acid: 0.2% Max
Total impurity content: 1.0% Max
Applications of 4-Nitrobenzoic Acid
This product is an intermediate for organic synthesis in the fields of medicine, dyes, veterinary drugs, photosensitive materials, etc. It is used for the production of procaine hydrochloride, procainamide hydrochloride, p-aminobenzoic acid, folic acid, benzocaine, cough suppressant, cephalosporin V, p-aminobenzoic acid glutamate, benzinol, as well as for the production of reactive brilliant red M-8B, reactive red purple X-2R, filters, color film toners, metal surface rust removers, sunscreens, etc.
Packaging
25kg/cardboard drum or bag.
Production Capacity
1200MT/year.
Storage Requirements
Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Protect from direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture.
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