2-Nitrotoluene
Also known as: 1-methyl-2-nitrobenzene, 2-methyl-1-nitrobenzene, 2-methylnitrobenzene, o-nitrotoluene, o-nitrophenylmethane, o-nitrotoluol, 2-nitrotoluol, ONT, 2NT
2-Nitrotoluene (CAS 88-72-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 137.13600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -9 °C, a boiling point of 225 °C(lit.), a density of 1.163 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 106.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H340 and H350 — May cause cancer. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 88-72-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-39264-4
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 137.13600 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -9 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 225 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.163 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 106.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 137.04800 |
| PSA | 45.82000 |
| LogP | 2.42640 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.546(lit.) |
| Additional Property | 0.44 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H340
- H350 — May cause cancer
- H361 — Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2904202000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2904202000 1-methyl-4-nitrobenzene。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Nitrotoluene?
The CAS number of 2-Nitrotoluene is 88-72-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Nitrotoluene?
2-Nitrotoluene has molecular formula C7H7NO2 and molecular weight 137.13600 g/mol.
Is 2-Nitrotoluene hazardous?
2-Nitrotoluene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H340; H350 — May cause cancer.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Nitrotoluene?
For 2-Nitrotoluene, Upstream Products: 2-Methylbenzeneboronic acid, 1-Iodo-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene, (2-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid; Downstream Products: 2,2'-Ethylenedianiline, Benzofuroxan, Iminodibenzyl.
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