(3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile
Also known as: 3-Nitrophenylacetonitrile, 3-Nitrophenylaceonitrile, 3-nitrobenzylcyanide, m-nitrobenzylcyanide, m-Nitro-phenylacetonitrile, 2-(3-nitrophenyl)acetonitrile, 2-(3-nitrophenyl)ethanenitrile, Acetonitrile, (m-nitrophenyl)-, Benzeneacetonitrile, 3-nitro-, NSC 91037
(3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile (CAS 621-50-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 162.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 60-62 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 332.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 155.0±20.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 621-50-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-49602-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 162.145 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 60-62 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 332.6±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 155.0±20.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.042923 |
| PSA | 69.61000 |
| LogP | 1.18 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.577 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
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 (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile?
The CAS number of (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile is 621-50-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile?
(3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile has molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and molecular weight 162.145 g/mol.
Is (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile hazardous?
(3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile?
For (3-Nitrophenyl)acetonitrile, Upstream Products: 3-Nitrobenzyl chloride, 3-Nitrobenzyl bromide, Tetrabutylammonium cyanide; Downstream Products: 2-(3-Aminophenyl)acetonitrile, tert-butyl N-[2-(3-aminophenyl)ethyl]carbamate, 2-(3-Nitrophenyl)ethanamine.
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