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2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile

Also known as: 2-Nitro-4-fluoromethylbenzonitrile, 2-Nitro-4-trifluormethyl-benzonitril, 2-Nitro-4-trifluoromethylbenzotrile, 4-Cyano-3-nitrobenzotrifluoride, 4-Cyano-3-nitro-1-trifluoromethylbenzene, Benzonitrile, 2-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-, Buttpark 32\10-73

2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 778-94-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H3F3N2O2 and a molecular weight of 216.11700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 44-47 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 156-158 °C18 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.49 g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °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 Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
778-94-9
Jingsj CID
J-5816-2
Molecular Formula
C8H3F3N2O2
Molecular Weight
216.11700 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
11/3/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point44-47 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point156-158 °C18 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.49 g/cm3
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass216.01500
PSA69.61000
LogP3.00848

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile?

The CAS number of 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile is 778-94-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile?

2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile has molecular formula C8H3F3N2O2 and molecular weight 216.11700 g/mol.

Is 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile hazardous?

2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile 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-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile?

For 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile, Upstream Products: Copper(I) cyanide, 4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzotrifluoride, 4-Bromo-3-nitrobenzotrifluoride; Downstream Products: 2-Nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 2-nitro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzamide, 2-Nitroterephthalic acid.

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