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2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

Also known as: 5-Nitro-2-fluorobenzaldehyde, 4-Fluoro-3-formylnitrobenzene, Benzaldehyde, 2-fluoro-5-nitro-, 2-Fluoro-5-nitro-benzaldehyde, MFCD00042298

2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (CAS 27996-87-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4FNO3 and a molecular weight of 169.110 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 57-60 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 269.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.9±23.2 °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.
27996-87-8
Jingsj CID
J-44620-8
Molecular Formula
C7H4FNO3
Molecular Weight
169.110 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point57-60 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point269.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point116.9±23.2 °C
Exact Mass169.017517
PSA62.89000
LogP1.70
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.590

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2913000090
SummaryHS: 2913000090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of products of heading 2912 Educational tariff:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Regulatory conditions:none Most favored nation tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde?

The CAS number of 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde is 27996-87-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde?

2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde has molecular formula C7H4FNO3 and molecular weight 169.110 g/mol.

Is 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde hazardous?

2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde 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-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde?

For 2-Fluoro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde, 2-Fluorobenzaldehyde, 1-Fluoro-2-methyl-4-nitrobenzene; Downstream Products: 5-Nitro-2-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)benzaldehyde, (5-Amino-2-fluorophenyl)methanol, 5-Nitro-1H-indazole.

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