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4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile

Also known as: 2-Cyano-5-nitrobenzotrifluoride, 4-Cyano-3-(trifluoromethyl)nitrobenzene, 4-Nitro-2-trifluormethyl-benzonitril, 4-Nitro-2-trifluoromethylbenzonitrile, Benzonitrile, 4-nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-

4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 320-47-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H3F3N2O2 and a molecular weight of 216.117 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 49-53 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 297.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 133.9±27.3 °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.
320-47-8
Jingsj CID
J-1373820-0
Molecular Formula
C8H3F3N2O2
Molecular Weight
216.117 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point49-53 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point297.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point133.9±27.3 °C
Exact Mass216.014664
PSA69.61000
LogP2.26
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.499

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile?

The CAS number of 4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile is 320-47-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile?

4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile has molecular formula C8H3F3N2O2 and molecular weight 216.117 g/mol.

Is 4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile hazardous?

4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile 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-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile?

For 4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-Bromo-5-nitrobenzotrifluoride, Copper(I) cyanide, 2-Amino-5-nitrobenzotrifluoride; Downstream Products: 4-Amino-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.

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