Empirical Formula: C₇H₆N₂O₅ 
Molecular Weight: 198.1329 
IUPAC Name: 1-Methoxy-2,4-dinitrobenzene
Synonyms: 2,4-Dinitroanisol ; 1-Methoxy-2,4-dinitro-benzen ; 2,4-Dinitro-1-methoxy-benzene ; 2,4-Dinitrophenylmethylether
Melting Point: 94-96 ^°C(lit.)
Boiling Point: 207^°C/12mm
Density of 2,4-Dinitroanisol (119-27-7): 1.34 g/mL at 25 ^°C(lit.)
Flash Point: 207^°C/12mm
Solubility: 2,4-Dinitroanisol (119-27-7) is soluble in alcohol and ether, slightly soluble in hot water
Chemical Properties: 2,4-Dinitroanisol (119-27-7) is a yellow crystals or crystalline powder

 2,4-Dinitroanisol (119-27-7) is used as a dye intermediate for the production of large red-based RC ( 2 -methoxy-5-nitroaniline hydrochloride ). In medicine, it is also used for killing eggs. It is useful for moths, lice, cicadas mantis, furniture or a carpet beetle eggs.

 2,4-Dinitroanisol (119-27-7) is derived from 2,4-Dinitrochlorobenzene by methoxylation.

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Poison by ingestion. Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NO_x. See also NITRO COMPOUNDS of AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS and NITRATES.
Hazard Codes: Xn: Harmful
Risk Statements: 20/21/22: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
40: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect
22: Harmful if swallowed 
Safety Statements: 7/8: Keep container tightly closed and dry
22: Do not breathe dust
36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection 
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS: DA5250000

 2,4-Dinitroanisol (119-27-7) is a yellow crystals or crystalline powder and mainly used as dye intermediate. It is soluble in alcohol and ether, slightly soluble in hot water. It is an inflammable solid.