2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine

Also known as: 2-Chloromethyl-4-nitropyridine, Pyridine, 2-(chloromethyl)-4-nitro-, MFCD07368191, CHEMPACIFIC 38140

2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine (CAS 312321-71-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and a molecular weight of 172.56900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 305.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.412g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 312321-71-4
Jingsj CID: J-1110187-4
Molecular Formula: C₆H₅ClN₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 172.56900 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	305.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.412g/cm3
Flash Point	138.6ºC
Exact Mass	172.00400
PSA	58.71000
LogP	2.25180
Refractive Index	1.579

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2933399090
Summary	2933399090. 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-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine?

The CAS number of 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine is 312321-71-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine?

2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine has molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and molecular weight 172.56900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine?

For 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine, Upstream Products: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-nitropyridine, 2-Picoline N-oxide, 2-Methyl-4-nitropyridine N-oxide.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Chloromethyl)-4-nitropyridine (CAS 312321-71-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1110187-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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