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Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds

1,2-Dinitrosobenzene

Also known as Benzene, o-dinitroso-, Benzene, 1,2-dinitroso-, 4-05-00-00707 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

CAS 7617-57-4Formula C6H4N2O2Molar mass 136.11 g/mol
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1,2-Dinitrosobenzene chemical structure, C6H4N2O2, CAS 7617-57-4
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
7617-57-4
Formula
C6H4N2O2
Physical form
Crystals
HS code
290420
Category
Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds
UN number
UN 0406
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What is 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dinitrosobenzene appears as a yellow crystalline solid. Soluble in benzene. Toxic by inhalation and ingestion skin absorption. A strong irritant. Primary hazard is fire with a minor blast or projection hazard, but not a mass explosion hazard. May explode under prolonged exposure to heat or fire.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,2-dinitrosobenzene
CAS number
7617-57-4 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 25550-55-4
Molecular formula
C6H4N2O2
UNII
I5K60N2068
InChIKey
XYLFFOSVQCBSDT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H4N2O2/c9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6(5)8-10/h1-4H
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)N=O)N=O

Synonyms

  • Benzene, o-dinitroso-
  • Benzene, 1,2-dinitroso-
  • 4-05-00-00707 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Benzene, odinitroso
  • Benzene, 1,2dinitroso
  • Benzene, 1,2-dinitroso-(9CI)
  • Benzene, dinitroso-
  • o-dinitrosobenzene
  • Benzene,2-dinitroso-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical form
Crystalsexp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
136.11 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
136.0273 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.48calc.
Topological polar surface area
58.86 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
10calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms
UN number
UN 0406

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Crosslinking agent for natural & butyl rubber, monomer for polydinitrosobenzene-vulcanizing accelerator (dinitrosobenzene).

How it is made

Probably by oxidation of p-quinone dioxime (dinitrosobenzene)

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene is traded under.

HS 2904.20Indicative HS code

Derivatives containing only nitro or only nitroso groups

World exports in 2024
$440M
+46.4% vs 2023, imports $463M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany27.6%
  2. Poland17.1%
  3. Portugal16.0%
Top importers
  1. Belgium34.0%
  2. United States11.0%
  3. Germany9.1%
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene, based on the data on this page

What is 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene?

Dinitrosobenzene appears as a yellow crystalline solid. Soluble in benzene. Toxic by inhalation and ingestion skin absorption. A strong irritant. Primary hazard is fire with a minor blast or projection hazard, but not a mass explosion hazard. May explode under prolonged exposure to heat or fire.

What is the CAS number of 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene?

The CAS registry number of 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene is 7617-57-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 25550-55-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene?

The molecular formula of 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene is C6H4N2O2 and its molar mass is 136.11 g/mol.

What is 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene used for?

Crosslinking agent for natural & butyl rubber, monomer for polydinitrosobenzene-vulcanizing accelerator (dinitrosobenzene).

Is 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 1,2-Dinitrosobenzene?

1,2-Dinitrosobenzene is usually classified under HS code 290420 (Derivatives containing only nitro or only nitroso groups). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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