3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene

Name: 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-052155

About 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene

3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene is a nitrogen-functional building block carrying the CAS registry number 38939-88-7. With the molecular formula C7H6ClNO2, it has a molar mass of 171.58 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-chloro-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene. It is also known as Benzene, 2-chloro-4-methyl-1-nitro- or 2-Chloro-4-methyl-1-nitro-benzene.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis, dye and pigment intermediates and heterocycle construction. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dye & pigment intermediates
Heterocycle construction

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene
Catalogue No.	VQ-052155
CAS Number	38939-88-7
IUPAC name	2-chloro-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene
Molecular formula	C₇H₆ClNO₂
Molecular weight	171.58 g/mol
Exact mass	171.0087
InChIKey	KGSQRFPDZCBVBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])Cl
PubChem CID	123478

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	45.8 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, 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 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene is 38939-88-7. It is also known as Benzene, 2-chloro-4-methyl-1-nitro-, 2-Chloro-4-methyl-1-nitro-benzene, Benzene, 2-chloro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene?

3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene has the molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 171.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-chloro-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene can I order?

We supply 3-Chloro-4-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 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Chloro-4-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 3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Chloro-4-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.