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2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile

Also known as: (5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile, 5-Nitro-2-pyridineacetonitrile, 2-(5-nitro-2-pyridyl)acetonitrile, 2-cyanomethyl-5-nitropyridine, (5-nitro-2-pyridinyl)acetonitrile

2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile (CAS 123846-66-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5N3O2 and a molecular weight of 163.133 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 66.0-66.5ºC, a boiling point of 342.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 160.8±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
123846-66-2
Jingsj CID
J-1064556-4
Molecular Formula
C7H5N3O2
Molecular Weight
163.133 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point66.0-66.5ºC
Boiling Point342.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point160.8±23.7 °C
Exact Mass163.038177
PSA82.50000
LogP-0.20
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.583

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933399090
Summary2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile?

The CAS number of 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile is 123846-66-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile?

2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile has molecular formula C7H5N3O2 and molecular weight 163.133 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile?

For 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile, Upstream Products: tert-butyl 2-cyano-2-(5-nitropyridin-2-yl)acetate, 2-Chloro-5-nitropyridine, tert-Butyl cyanoacetate; Downstream Products: 2-methyl-2-(5-nitropyridin-2-yl)propanenitrile.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile (CAS 123846-66-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1064556-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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