6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile
Also known as: 5-Cyano-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine, 3-Cyano-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine, 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-(Trifluoromethyl)pyridine-3-carbonitrile, 6-Trifluoromethylpyridine-3-carbonitrile, 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-(trifluoromethyl)-, 2-trifluoromethyl-5-cyanopyridine
6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile (CAS 216431-85-5) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H3F3N2 and a molecular weight of 172.107 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 37-41 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 200.8±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 75.2±27.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H300, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 216431-85-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-44145-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H3F3N2
- Molecular Weight
- 172.107 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 37-41 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 200.8±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 75.2±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 172.024826 |
| PSA | 36.68000 |
| LogP | 1.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.457 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H300
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile?
The CAS number of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile is 216431-85-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile?
6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile has molecular formula C7H3F3N2 and molecular weight 172.107 g/mol.
Is 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile hazardous?
6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H300; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile?
For 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile, Upstream Products: 3-Cyanopyridine; Downstream Products: 1-(6-(Trifluoromethyl)pyridin-3-yl)ethanone, 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid.
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