Nitrogen dioxide
Also known as Nitrogen peroxide, Dioxide, Nitrogen, Peroxide, Nitrogen
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Red to brown gas above 21.1 °C, brown liquid below 21.1 °C, colorless solid at approx -1…
- Melting point
- -9.3 °C
- Boiling point
- 21.1 °C
- Density
- Relative density (water = 1): 1.45 (liquid)
- Solubility
- Solubility in water: reaction
- HS code
- 283410
- Category
- Nitrates and nitrites
- UN number
- UN 1067

What is Nitrogen dioxide?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Nitrogen Dioxide is found in the atmosphere as a key ingredient in photochemical formation of smog and acid rain, Nitrogen Dioxide is a poisonous gas that forms during combustion. Toxic at high concentrations, it reacts with moisture in the air to form nitric acid, highly corrosive and hazardous to plants and animals. (NCI04)
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- CAS number
- 10102-44-0 CAS number cross-checked
- EC number
- 233-272-6
- Molecular formula
- NO2
- MDL number
- MFCD00085341
- InChIKey
- JCXJVPUVTGWSNB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/NO2/c2-1-3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- N(=O)[O]
Synonyms
- Nitrogen peroxide
- Dioxide, Nitrogen
- Peroxide, Nitrogen
- Nitrogen oxide (NO2)
- Azoto
- Peroxyde d' azote
- Dioxido de nitrogeno
- Nitrogen peroxide, liquid
- Nitrogen dioxide (liquid)
- Nitrogen dioxide, liquefied
- Nitrito
- Nitro
- Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)
- RCRA waste number P078
- Stickstoffdioxid
- Stikstofdioxyde
- Dioxo-lambda~5~-azanyl
- Nitrogen dioxide, >=99.5%
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 | Red to brown gas above 21.1 °C, brown liquid below 21.1 °C, colorless solid at approx -11 °Cexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Irritating odorexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | -9.3 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 21.1 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | Relative density (water = 1): 1.45 (liquid)exp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Solubility in water: reactionexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 400 MM HG @ 80 °Cexp.Measured value |
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 | 46.01 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 45.9929 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 0.1calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 49.33 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 0calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 3calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H270May cause or intensify fire, oxidiser.
- H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H330Fatal if inhaled.
Precautionary statements (20)
- P220Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
- P244Keep valves and fittings free from oil and grease.
- P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P284In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
- P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
- P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P320Specific treatment is urgent (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- P370 + P376In case of fire: Stop leak if safe to do so.
- P403Store in a well-ventilated place.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 1067
- Transport hazard class
- 2.3
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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25 suppliers in 12 countries
- United States8
- India5
- China3
- Australia1
- Belgium1
- Switzerland1
- and 6 more countries
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Intermediate in nitric acid and sulfuric acid production. Has been used to bleach flour, used in nitration of organic cmpounds and explosives, in the manufacture of oxidized cellulose compounds (hemostatic cotton). Proposed as oxidizing agent in rocket propulsion.
Production of nitric acid, nitrating agent, oxidizing agent, catalyst, oxidizer for rocket fuels,,polymerization inhibitor for acrylates.
Chemical intermediate (captive) for nitric acid, catalyst for sulfuric acid (chamber process), oxidizing agent for rocket fuels, calibration gas.
Industrial uses: Processing aids not otherwise specified.
Pharmacological actions
- Oxidants, Photochemical
How it is made
By oxidation of nitric acid.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 007-002-00-0[1]
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 Nitrogen dioxide is traded under.
Nitrites
- China33.8%
- India * partner reported30.0%
- United States11.3%
- United States14.9%
- Netherlands10.2%
- Canada6.0%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for Nitrogen dioxide is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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