2-Nitrophenylacetonitrile
CAS Number610-66-2
FormulaO2NC6H4CH2CN
Mol. Weight162.15 g/mol
2-Nitrophenylacetonitrile
What is 2-Nitrophenylacetonitrile?
2-Nitrophenylacetonitrile is a chemical compound with CAS number 610-66-2 and molecular formula O2NC6H4CH2CN. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
2-Nitrophenylacetonitrile was used in synthesis of 2 or 2,4-substituted α-carbolines via a one-pot tandem reaction of α,β-unsaturated ketones1. It was used in the synthesis of strychnine2.
Specifications
Linear Formula
O2NC6H4CH2CN
Molecular Weight
162.15 g/mol
Assay/Purity
98%
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H302-H312-H315-H319-H332-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
82-85 °C(lit.)
EC Number
210-231-0
WGK Germany
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