5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile
Also known as: 5-Fluoro-o-tolunitrile, 2-Cyano-4-fluorotoluene, 2-Methyl-5-fluorobenzonitrile, 3-Fluoro-6-methylbenzonitrile, Benzonitrile, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-, Benzonitrile, 5-fluoro-2-methyl- (9CI), MFCD00042295
5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile (CAS 77532-79-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6FN and a molecular weight of 135.138 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 203.8±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 79.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 77532-79-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-34282-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6FN
- Molecular Weight
- 135.138 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 43-45 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 203.8±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 79.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 135.048431 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 1.93 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.508 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- 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 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile?
The CAS number of 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile is 77532-79-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile?
5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6FN and molecular weight 135.138 g/mol.
Is 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile hazardous?
5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile?
For 5-Fluoro-2-methylbenzonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-Bromo-4-fluorotoluene, 2-Chloro-4-fluorotoluene; Downstream Products: 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-fluorobenzonitrile.
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