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m-Nitroacetophenone

Also known as 3'-Nitroacetophenone, 3-Nitroacetophenone, 1-(3-Nitrophenyl)ethanone

CAS 121-89-1Formula C8H7NO3Molar mass 165.15 g/molEC 204-504-3
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m-Nitroacetophenone chemical structure, C8H7NO3, CAS 121-89-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Needles from alcohol
Melting point
81 °C
Boiling point
202 °C
Solubility
SOL IN WATER, ETHER
HS code
291479
Category
Dye intermediates
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What is m-Nitroacetophenone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-nitroacetophenone is a light beige powder. (NTP, 1992)

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
1-(3-nitrophenyl)ethanone
CAS number
121-89-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
204-504-3
Molecular formula
C8H7NO3
UNII
SU4B5T763F
MDL number
MFCD00007259
InChIKey
ARKIFHPFTHVKDT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H7NO3/c1-6(10)7-3-2-4-8(5-7)9(11)12/h2-5H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)C1=CC(=CC=C1)[N+](=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • 3'-Nitroacetophenone
  • 3-Nitroacetophenone
  • 1-(3-Nitrophenyl)ethanone
  • Ethanone, 1-(3-nitrophenyl)-
  • m-Acetylnitrobenzene
  • Methyl 3-nitrophenyl ketone
  • Acetophenone, 3'-nitro-
  • USAF MA-1
  • 3-Nitroacetofenon
  • (3-Nitrophenyl) methyl ketone
  • 1-Acetyl-3-nitrobenzene
  • 1-(3-nitrophenyl)-ethanone
  • 1-{3-nitrophenyl}ethanone
  • 3Nitroacetofenon
  • 3Nitroacetophenone
  • mAcetylnitrobenzene
  • 3'Nitroacetophenone
  • 3-acetylnitrobenzene
  • Acetophenone, 3'nitro
  • 1(3Nitrophenyl)ethanone
  • Methyl 3nitrophenyl ketone
  • Ethanone, 1(3nitrophenyl)
  • (3Nitrophenyl) methyl ketone
  • 1-(3-nitrophenyl)ethan-1-one
  • 3-nitro acetophenone
Show all 35 synonyms
  • 3'-NITROACETOPHENONE, 3'-Nitroacetophenone
  • 3'-Nitro-acetophenone
  • acetophenone, m-nitro-
  • 3 inverted exclamation mark -Nitroacetophenone
  • Cambridge id 5102515
  • 1-(3-Nitrophenyl)ethanone #
  • 3'-Nitroacetophenone, ReagentPlus(R), 99%
  • 3 inverted exclamation marka-Nitroacetophenone
  • 3'-Nitroacetophenone, purum, >=98.0% (GC)
  • 3'-Nitroacetophenone, Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 98%

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Needles from alcoholexp.
Melting point
81 °Cexp.
Boiling point
202 °Cexp.
Solubility
SOL IN WATER, ETHERexp.
Vapour pressure
3.86 × 10⁻⁵ mm Hg at 25 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
165.15 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
165.0426 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.8calc.
Topological polar surface area
60.21 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.13calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms

Hazard statements

  • H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (2)
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

M-Nitroacetophenone is an anthropogenic compound which is used as a synthetic intermediate in the production of dyes and other organic compounds.

How it is made

Nitration of acetophenone

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code m-Nitroacetophenone is traded under.

HS 2914.79Indicative HS code

Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, other

World exports in 2024
$558M
−12.1% vs 2023, imports $608M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China41.2%
  2. India * partner reported28.7%
  3. Germany16.7%
Top importers
  1. United States29.1%
  2. Italy9.9%
  3. Switzerland * partner reported8.8%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for m-Nitroacetophenone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about m-Nitroacetophenone, based on the data on this page

What is m-Nitroacetophenone?

3-nitroacetophenone is a light beige powder. (NTP, 1992)

What is the CAS number of m-Nitroacetophenone?

The CAS registry number of m-Nitroacetophenone is 121-89-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of m-Nitroacetophenone?

The molecular formula of m-Nitroacetophenone is C8H7NO3 and its molar mass is 165.15 g/mol.

What is m-Nitroacetophenone used for?

M-Nitroacetophenone is an anthropogenic compound which is used as a synthetic intermediate in the production of dyes and other organic compounds.

Is m-Nitroacetophenone hazardous?

m-Nitroacetophenone has a GHS hazard classification. Main hazards: harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of m-Nitroacetophenone?

m-Nitroacetophenone is usually classified under HS code 291479 (Halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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