2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile
Also known as: 3-Bromophenylacetonitrile, 3-Bromobenzyl cyanide, m-Bromobenzyl cyanide, m-Bromophenylacetonitrile, (3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile, 3-Bromobenzeneacetonitrile, Alpha-Bromo-M-Tolunitrile, 3-Bromobenzyl cyanide, 3-Bromophenylacetonitrile
2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile (CAS 31938-07-5) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6BrN and a molecular weight of 196.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 26-29 °C, a boiling point of 286.2±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 126.9±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 31938-07-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1361929-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6BrN
- Molecular Weight
- 196.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 26-29 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.2±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 126.9±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 194.968353 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 2.22 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.573 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- 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 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile?
The CAS number of 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile is 31938-07-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile?
2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile has molecular formula C8H6BrN and molecular weight 196.044 g/mol.
Is 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile hazardous?
2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile?
For 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetamide; Downstream Products: methyl 2-(3-bromo-4-nitrophenyl)acetate, 1-(3-bromophenyl)cyclobutane-1-carbonitrile, 4-(3-bromophenyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-carbonitrile.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile (CAS 31938-07-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1361929-1 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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