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Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds

Acetyl nitrate

Also known as Acetic acid anhydride with nitric acid, ACETIC ACID, ANHYDRIDE with NITRIC ACID (1:1), 4-02-00-00435 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

CAS 591-09-3Formula C2H3NO4Molar mass 105.05 g/mol
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Acetyl nitrate chemical structure, C2H3NO4, CAS 591-09-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
591-09-3
Formula
C2H3NO4
Molar mass
105.05 g/mol
HS code
292090
Category
Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds

What is Acetyl nitrate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Acetyl nitrate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H3NO4 and a molar mass of 105.05 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 591-09-3. The IUPAC name is nitro acetate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
nitro acetate
CAS number
591-09-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C2H3NO4
UNII
79CY6496CR
InChIKey
JCZMXVGQBBATMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H3NO4/c1-2(4)7-3(5)6/h1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)O[N+](=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • Acetic acid anhydride with nitric acid
  • ACETIC ACID, ANHYDRIDE with NITRIC ACID (1:1)
  • 4-02-00-00435 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • nitro acetate
  • CH3COONO2
  • nitric acid-acetic anhydride

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
105.05 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
105.0062 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.26calc.
Topological polar surface area
69.44 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Acetyl nitrate is traded under.

HS 2920.90Indicative HS code

Esters, other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts…

World exports in 2024
$1.05B
+8.0% vs 2023, imports $1.23B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China33.4%
  2. Germany18.8%
  3. United States12.4%
Top importers
  1. United States19.2%
  2. Singapore8.9%
  3. South Korea6.9%
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The HS code shown for Acetyl nitrate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Acetyl nitrate?

Acetyl nitrate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H3NO4 and a molar mass of 105.05 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 591-09-3. The IUPAC name is nitro acetate.

What is the CAS number of Acetyl nitrate?

The CAS registry number of Acetyl nitrate is 591-09-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Acetyl nitrate?

The molecular formula of Acetyl nitrate is C2H3NO4 and its molar mass is 105.05 g/mol.

What is Acetyl nitrate used for?

Known uses and roles of Acetyl nitrate include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Acetyl nitrate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Acetyl nitrate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Acetyl nitrate?

Acetyl nitrate is usually classified under HS code 292090 (Esters of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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