4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile

4-甲基-3-硝基苯甲腈

Also known as: 3-Nitro-4-methylbenzonitrile, 3-Nitro-p-tolunitrile, 4-Cyano-2-nitrotoluene, 5-Cyano-2-methylnitrobenzene, 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzenecarbonitrile, Benzonitrile, 4-methyl-3-nitro-

4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile (CAS 939-79-7) 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. It is also known as 3-Nitro-4-methylbenzonitrile, 3-Nitro-p-tolunitrile and 4-Cyano-2-nitrotoluene. Key properties include a melting point of 102-106 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 282.0±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 124.3±24.0 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
939-79-7
Jingsj CID
J-1360954-8
Molecular Formula
C8H6N2O2
Chinese Name
4-甲基-3-硝基苯甲腈
Molecular Weight
162.145 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point102-106 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point282.0±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point124.3±24.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile?

The CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile is 939-79-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile?

4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and molecular weight 162.145 g/mol.

Is 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile hazardous?

4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzonitrile has GHS signal word Warning.

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