2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile
Also known as: Benzonitrile, 2-bromo-5-methyl-, 4-Bromo-3-cyanotoluene, 6-Bromo-m-tolunitrile, 2-Brom-5-methylbenzonitril, 2-bromo-5-methyl-benzonitrile, 5-methyl-2-bromobenzonitrile
2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile (CAS 42872-83-3) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons 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 61-65ºC, a boiling point of 290.2±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 129.3±24.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 42872-83-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1517035-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6BrN
- Molecular Weight
- 196.044 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 61-65ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 290.2±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 129.3±24.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 194.968353 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 2.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.591 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
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-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile?
The CAS number of 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile is 42872-83-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile?
2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6BrN and molecular weight 196.044 g/mol.
Is 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile hazardous?
2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile?
For 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzonitrile, Upstream Products: m-Tolunitrile, 4-Bromo-3-nitrotoluene, 4-Methyl-2-nitroaniline; Downstream Products: 2-Bromo-5-methylbenzoic acid, 5-methyl-2-(pyrimidin-2-yl)benzoic acid.
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