5-Nitrobenzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-04-15
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
powder
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| Molecular Weight |
173.13
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Appearance |
Pale yellow crystalline powder
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Basic Information
Product Name: 5-Nitrobenzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile
CAS Number: 31643-49-9
Alias: 4-Nitrophthalonitrile; 4-Nitro-1,2-benzenedicarbonitrile
Molecular Formula: C8H3N3O2
Molecular Weight: 173.13
IUPAC Name: 5-nitrobenzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Aromatic dinitrile, nitro-substituted phthalonitrile
- Structural Features: Benzene ring with two adjacent cyano groups (-CN) and a nitro group (-NO2) at the 5-position; highly electron-deficient aromatic system.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Pale yellow crystalline powder
- Odor: Odorless
- Melting Point: 142-144 °C
- Density: 1.45 g/cm3
- Solubility: Soluble in DMSO, DMF; slightly soluble in methanol, ethanol; insoluble in water
- Stability: Stable under normal conditions; incompatible with strong bases and strong reducing agents.
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Nitration of phthalonitrile with mixed acid (concentrated nitric acid and sulfuric acid) at moderate temperature.
Main Applications
- Pharma Intermediate: Precursor for synthesizing febuxostat (anti-gout drug) and other pharmaceuticals.
- Pigment & Dye: Key intermediate for phthalocyanine pigments and dyes.
- Organic Synthesis: Building block for heterocyclic compounds and functional materials.
- Research: Used in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and coordination polymers.
Safety & Storage Instructions
- Hazard Classification: Irritant; may cause skin, eye and respiratory irritation.
- Personal Protection: Wear gloves, goggles and dust mask; avoid inhalation and skin contact.
- Storage Condition: Sealed in dry, cool, well-ventilated place; keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.
- Transportation: General chemicals; prevent package damage and moisture.
Quality Specifications
- Purity: ≥99.0% (HPLC)
- Moisture: ≤0.5%
- Melting Point: 142-144 °C
- Impurities: ≤1.0% total
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 31643-49-9 |
| Product Name | 5-Nitrobenzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile |
| Synonym | 4-Nitrophthalonitrile |
| Molecular Formula | C8H3N3O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 173.13 |
| Appearance | Pale yellow crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 142-144 °C |
| Solubility | Soluble in DMSO, DMF |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Storage Condition | Sealed, dry, cool place |
| Hazard Property | Skin/eye/respiratory irritant |
| Main Usage | Pharma intermediate, pigment precursor |
