2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile

2-(5-氯-2-硝基苯基)乙腈

Also known as: 5-Chloro-2-nitrophenylacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 5-chloro-2-nitro-, 2-(5-CLORO-2-NITROFENIL)ACETONITRILO, 2-(5-클로로-2-니트로페닐)아세토니트릴

2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile (CAS 72301-65-6) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5ClN2O2 and a molecular weight of 196.59000 g/mol. It is also known as 5-Chloro-2-nitrophenylacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 5-chloro-2-nitro- and 2-(5-CLORO-2-NITROFENIL)ACETONITRILO. Key properties include a melting point of 87ºC, a boiling point of 332.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.409g/cm3 and a flash point of 155ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
72301-65-6
Jingsj CID
J-1453585-1
Molecular Formula
C8H5ClN2O2
Chinese Name
2-(5-氯-2-硝基苯基)乙腈
Molecular Weight
196.59000 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point87ºC
Boiling Point332.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.409g/cm3
Flash Point155ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile?

The CAS number of 2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile is 72301-65-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile?

2-(5-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile has molecular formula C8H5ClN2O2 and molecular weight 196.59000 g/mol.

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