3-Nitrobenzoic acid (121-92-6)

The Molecular Structure of 3-Nitrobenzoic acid (CAS NO.121-92-6):

Empirical Formula: C₇H₅NO₄
Molecular Weight: 167.1189 
IUPAC Name: 3-nitrobenzoic acid 
Appearance: light yellow crystals
Nominal Mass: 167 Da
Average Mass: 167.1189 Da
Monoisotopic Mass: 167.021858 Da 
Index of Refraction: 1.615
Molar Refractivity: 39.72 cm³
Molar Volume: 113.8 cm³
Surface Tension: 66.4 dyne/cm
Density: 1.468 g/cm³
Flash Point: 157.5 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 61.67 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 340.7 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 3.26E-05 mmHg at 25°C 
Water Solubility: <0.01 g/100 mL at 18 °C 
Stability: Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents
Product Categories: Aromatic Carboxylic Acids, Amides, Anilides, Anhydrides & Salts;Organics;Organic acids;C7;Carbonyl Compounds;Carboxylic Acids
InChI
InChI=1/C7H5NO4/c9-7(10)5-2-1-3-6(4-5)8(11)12/h1-4H,(H,9,10) 
Smiles
c1(cc(ccc1)[N+](=O)[O-])C(O)=O
Synonyms: AI3-09015 ; BRN 0908644 ; Benzoic acid, 3-nitro- ; Benzoic acid, m-nitro- ; CCRIS 2335 ; EINECS 204-508-5 ; HSDB 6028 ; Metanitrobenzoic acid ; m-Nitrobenzenecarboxylic acid ; m-Nitrobenzoic acid ; meta-Nitrobenzoic acid ; Benzoic acid, 3-nitro- ; Benzoic acid, m-nitro-   

 3-Nitrobenzoic acid (CAS NO.121-92-6) is mainly used as intermediate for photo-sensitive mateirals and pharmaceuticals. 

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. EPA Genetic Toxicology Program.

Moderately toxic by intraperitoneal, intravenous and parenteral routes. Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NO_x. See also NITRO COMPOUNDS of AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS.
Hazard Codes : XiXn
Risk Statements  :
R22: Harmful if swallowed 
R36/37: Irritating to eyes and respiratory system
R33: Danger of cumulative effects
Safety Statements  :
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes