| Name | 2-Nitroresorcinol |
| Synonyms | NSC 1542 AI3-52603 2-Nitroresorcinol Resorcinol, 2-nitro- 2-nitro-3-benzenediol 2-nitrobenzene-1,3-diol 2-nitro-benzene-1,3-diol 1,3-Benzenediol, 2-nitro- 2-nitrobenzene-1,3-diolate 1,3-Dihydroxy-2-nitrobenzene 2-Nitro-1,3-dihydroxybenzene |
| CAS | 601-89-8 |
| EINECS | 210-010-9 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C6H5NO4/c8-4-2-1-3-5(9)6(4)7(10)11/h1-3,8-9H/p-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5NO4 |
| Molar Mass | 155.11 |
| Density | 1.5553 (rough estimate) |
| Melting Point | 81-83 °C (lit.) |
| Boling Point | 234 °C |
| Flash Point | 111.4°C |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water. Solubility in methanol is almost transparent. |
| Vapor Presure | 0.0184mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | Crystalline Powder |
| Color | Orange |
| BRN | 2048819 |
| pKa | 4.88±0.10(Predicted) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5423 (estimate) |
| Risk Codes | R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| UN IDs | 2811 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 29089990 |
| Hazard Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
| EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
| spontaneous combustion temperature | 800 °F |