3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile
Also known as: m-cyanobenzyl bromide, 3-Cyanobenzyl bromide, alpha-Bromo-m-tolunitrile, m-(Bromomethyl)benzonitrile, m-Cyano-α-bromotoluene, 1-bromomethyl-3-cyanobenzene, 3-cyano-benzyl bromide, A-BROMO-M-TOLUNITRILE, α-bromo-m-tolunitrile, Benzonitrile, 3-(bromomethyl)-
3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 28188-41-2) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6BrN and a molecular weight of 196.044 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 93-96 °C, a boiling point of 271.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.0±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 28188-41-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-9046-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6BrN
- Molecular Weight
- 196.044 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 93-96 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 271.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 118.0±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 194.968353 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 2.36 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.588 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29269095 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile?
The CAS number of 3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile is 28188-41-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile?
3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6BrN and molecular weight 196.044 g/mol.
Is 3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile hazardous?
3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile?
For 3-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile, Upstream Products: 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile, 3-(Aminomethyl)benzonitrile, m-Tolunitrile; Downstream Products: 3-(Phenoxymethyl)benzaldehyde, 3-Ethylbenzonitrile, m-Tolunitrile.
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