3-Nitrobenzyl bromide
Also known as: 1-(Bromomethyl)-3-nitrobenzene, 1-Bromomethyl-3-nitrobenzene, alpha-Bromo-3-nitrotoluene, alpha-Bromo-m-nitrotoluene, m-Nitrobenzyl bromide, m-Nitro-alpha-bromotoluene, 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide, 98%, A-Bromo-m-nitrotoluene, Benzene, 1-(bromomethyl)-3-nitro-, Toluene, alpha-bromo-m-nitro-
3-Nitrobenzyl bromide (CAS 3958-57-4) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6BrNO2 and a molecular weight of 216.032 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 58-59 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 300.9±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.8±20.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and 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.
- 3958-57-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-4130-5
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6BrNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 216.032 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 58-59 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 300.9±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 135.8±20.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.958176 |
| PSA | 45.82000 |
| LogP | 2.65 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.612 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2904909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2904909090 sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons, whether or not halogenated VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide?
The CAS number of 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide is 3958-57-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide?
3-Nitrobenzyl bromide has molecular formula C7H6BrNO2 and molecular weight 216.032 g/mol.
Is 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide hazardous?
3-Nitrobenzyl bromide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide?
For 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide, Upstream Products: 3-Nitrobenzyl alcohol, 3-Nitrobenzaldehyde, 3-Nitrotoluene; Downstream Products: Benzenemethanamine, N,N-dimethyl-3-nitro-, 2-(3-Aminophenyl)acetonitrile, 3-[(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)methyl]aniline.
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