2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile
Also known as: 6-Amino-o-tolunitrile, Benzonitrile, 2-amino-6-methyl-, NSC 131291, MFCD00058686, 2-Cyano-3-methylaniline
2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile (CAS 56043-01-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8N2 and a molecular weight of 132.163 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 127-132 °C, a boiling point of 287.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.7±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.
- 56043-01-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-2905-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8N2
- Molecular Weight
- 132.163 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 127-132 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 287.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 127.7±24.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 132.068741 |
| PSA | 49.81000 |
| LogP | 1.86 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.576 |
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-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile?
The CAS number of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile is 56043-01-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile?
2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile has molecular formula C8H8N2 and molecular weight 132.163 g/mol.
Is 2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile hazardous?
2-Amino-6-methylbenzonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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