4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile
Also known as: 3-Nitro-4-methylbenzonitrile, 3-Nitro-p-tolunitrile, 4-Cyano-2-nitrotoluene, 5-Cyano-2-methylnitrobenzene, 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile, Benzonitrile, 4-methyl-3-nitro-
4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile (CAS 939-79-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 162.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 102-106 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 282.0±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 124.3±24.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 939-79-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1360954-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 162.145 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 102-106 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 282.0±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 124.3±24.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.042923 |
| PSA | 69.61000 |
| LogP | 1.63 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.568 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2926909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2926909090 other nitrile-function compounds VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile?
The CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile is 939-79-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile?
4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and molecular weight 162.145 g/mol.
Is 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile hazardous?
4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile?
For 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile, Upstream Products: p-Tolunitrile, 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzaldehyde, 4-Chloro-2-nitrotoluene; Downstream Products: 3-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzonitrile, 3-Amino-4-methylbenzonitrile, 3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzonitrile.
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