2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene

About 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene

2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene is a nitrogen-functional building block carrying the CAS registry number 437-86-5. Its molecular formula is C7H6FNO2 and its molecular weight is 155.13 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitrobenzene. It is also known as Benzene, 2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitro- or 1-Methyl-2-fluoro-3-nitro-benzene.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates, heterocycle construction and fine chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene
Catalogue No.	VQ-044501
CAS Number	437-86-5
IUPAC name	2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitrobenzene
Molecular formula	C₇H₆FNO₂
Molecular weight	155.13 g/mol
Exact mass	155.0383
InChIKey	NBCNUIXYBLFJMI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])F
PubChem CID	13470957

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	45.8 Å²
Synonyms	Benzene, 2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitro-, 1-Methyl-2-fluoro-3-nitro-benzene, 2-Fluoro-3-methylnitrobenzene, 2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitro-benzene, 2-Fluor-3-nitrotoluol, 3-Nitro-2-fluorotoluene, 2-fluoro-3-methyl-nitrobenzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene is 437-86-5. It is also known as Benzene, 2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitro-, 1-Methyl-2-fluoro-3-nitro-benzene, 2-Fluoro-3-methylnitrobenzene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene?

2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene has the molecular formula C7H6FNO2 and a molecular weight of 155.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-fluoro-1-methyl-3-nitrobenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene can I order?

We supply 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Fluoro-3-nitrotoluene is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.