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2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene

Also known as: 1,3-Dimethyl-2-nitrobenzene, 2-Nitro-m-xylene, 2-Nitro-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene, 2,6-dimethyl nitrobenzene, 2-Nitro-1,3-xylene, m-Xylene, 2-nitro-, Benzene, 1,3-dimethyl-2-nitro-

2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene (CAS 81-20-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 14-16 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 224.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.8±0.0 °C. GHS hazard statements: H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
81-20-9
Jingsj CID
J-10312-8
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight
151.163 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point14-16 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point224.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point87.8±0.0 °C
Exact Mass151.063324
PSA45.82000
LogP2.87
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.547
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Environmental Hazard
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2904209090
Summary2904209090 derivatives containing only nitro or only nitroso groups。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene?

The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene is 81-20-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene?

2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.

Is 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene hazardous?

2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene has GHS hazard statements H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene?

For 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene, Upstream Products: 2,6-dimethylaniline, 2,6-Dimethylphenylboronic acid, m-Xylene; Downstream Products: 4-Nitro-m-xylene, Dimethyl 2-nitroisophthalate, 3-Methyl-2-nitrobenzoic acid.

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