Last Updated on July 16, 2026 by Dr. Bhagat
JOURNAL METRICS·Updated June 2026
Nature Chemistry Impact Factor 2025
Nature Chemistry Impact Factor 2025 is 24.4 (Q1, Chemistry, SCIE). Since its debut in 2009, this journal has redefined what chemical research publishing can achieve, spanning synthetic methodology, materials chemistry, chemical biology, and theoretical chemistry with an interdisciplinary vision unique in the field.
CHEMISTRY PUBLISHINGThe 24.4 Metric and What It Signals
Chemistry is a mature field with established journals dating back over a century. Breaking into this landscape requires something genuinely different, and Nature Chemistry achieved exactly that. Its 2025 Impact Factor of 24.4 places it among the top three primary research chemistry journals globally, behind only Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS) in volume and competing with specialized high-impact titles like Chem and Angewandte Chemie.
What drives this metric is the journal’s deliberate blurring of chemistry’s traditional subdisciplinary boundaries. A Nature Chemistry paper might describe a new catalytic mechanism, but it will do so with in situ spectroscopic characterization that pushes physical chemistry forward, or with synthetic biology applications that engage the biochemical community. This interdisciplinary approach multiplies the potential citation base. The CiteScore of 32.8, significantly above the two-year IF, confirms that these papers continue to attract citations long after publication, a pattern typical of methodological and conceptual advances.
COMPLETE DATANature Chemistry Metrics Overview
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Factor (2025) | 24.4 | JCR 2025; Q1 Chemistry |
| CiteScore | 32.8 | Scopus 2025 |
| SJR | 8.2 | SCImago 2025 |
| h-index | 220 | 16 years of publication |
| ISSN | 1755-4330 | Springer Nature |
| Publisher | Springer Nature | Nature Portfolio |
| Established | 2009 | 16 years |
| Category | Chemistry, Multidisciplinary | JCR Q1 |
| Special Features | Interdisciplinary scope, News & Views | Unique format |
| Access | Hybrid OA | Subscription + OA |
Key Takeaways
- 2025 IF: 24.4 (Q1 Chemistry) — among top 3 primary research chemistry journals.
- Interdisciplinary scope spanning synthesis, materials, chemical biology, and theory.
- CiteScore 32.8 exceeds IF, indicating durable citation impact for methodological papers.
- h-index of 220 in just 16 years demonstrates exceptional citation density.
- Published by Springer Nature; indexed in SCIE, Scopus, PubMed.
FREQUENTLY ASKEDFAQs
What is the Nature Chemistry IF for 2025?
24.4, Q1 in Chemistry.
How does it compare to JACS?
JACS publishes far more articles and has a broader scope, with an IF around 14-15. Nature Chemistry (IF 24.4) is more selective and interdisciplinary.
Does it publish pure organic synthesis?
Yes, but with an emphasis on conceptual novelty and broad relevance. Methodology papers must demonstrate significant advance over existing approaches.
What is the APC?
$11,390 USD for open-access articles.
Does it accept theoretical chemistry?
Yes, theoretical and computational chemistry papers are welcomed, particularly those with experimental validation or predictive power.
