2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile
Also known as: 5-Nitro-2-methylbenzonitrile, 2-Cyano-4-nitrotoluene, 3-Cyano-4-methylnitrobenzene, 4-Nitro-2-cyanotoluene, 5-Nitro-o-tolunitrile, 5-Nitro-ortho-tolunitrile, 2-methyl-5-nitro-benzenecarbonitrile, Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile, AKOS BBS-00000038, MFCD00017040
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile (CAS 939-83-3) 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 103.5-107.5 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 291.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.1±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.
- 939-83-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-17882-5
- 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 | 103.5-107.5 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 291.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 130.1±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 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile is 939-83-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile?
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and molecular weight 162.145 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile hazardous?
2-Methyl-5-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 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile?
For 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-Bromo-4-nitrotoluene, Zinc cyanide, Ethyl cyanoacetate; Downstream Products: 5-Amino-2-methylbenzonitrile, 5-Bromo-2-methylbenzoic acid, 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-nitrobenzonitrile.
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