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Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds

4-Nitro-m-xylene

Also known as 2,4-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene, 1,3-Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene, Benzene, 2,4-dimethyl-1-nitro-

CAS 89-87-2Formula C8H9NO2Molar mass 151.17 g/molEC 201-947-4
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 2 suppliers listed
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4-Nitro-m-xylene chemical structure, C8H9NO2, CAS 89-87-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Physical form
Liquid
Melting point
2.2 °C
Boiling point
237.2 to 238.9
Density
1.135 at 59 °F - Denser than water, will sink
Flash point
107.2 °C
HS code
290420
Category
Nitriles, nitro and azo compounds
UN number
UN 1665
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What is 4-Nitro-m-xylene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

1,3-dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene is a light yellow to amber liquid. (NTP, 1992)

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
2,4-dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene
CAS number
89-87-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
201-947-4
Molecular formula
C8H9NO2
UNII
7EM84EUE05
MDL number
MFCD00007169
InChIKey
BBUPBICWUURTNP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H9NO2/c1-6-3-4-8(9(10)11)7(2)5-6/h3-5H,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])C

Synonyms

  • 2,4-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene
  • 1,3-Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene
  • Benzene, 2,4-dimethyl-1-nitro-
  • 2,4-Dimethylnitrobenzene
  • Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene, 1,3-
  • 4-Nitro-1,3-dimethylbenzene
  • m-Xylene, 4-nitro-
  • 4-Nitro-1,3-xylene
  • 1-Nitro-2,4-dimethylbenzene
  • 2,4-dimethyl-1-nitro-benzene
  • 4-nitro-m-xylol
  • 2,4-dimethyinitrobenzene
  • Benzene,4-dimethyl-1-nitro-
  • 2,4-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene, 98%

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Liquidexp.
Melting point
2.2 °Cexp.
Boiling point
237.2 to 238.9exp.
Density
1.135 at 59 °F - Denser than water, will sinkexp.
Flash point
107.2 °Cexp.
Solubility
Less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °Fexp.
Vapour pressure
1 mmHg at 150.1 °F, 760 mmHg at 471.2 °Fexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
151.17 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
151.0633 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.21calc.
Topological polar surface area
43.14 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.25calc.
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 signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 1665

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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United States

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    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 4-Nitro-m-xylene 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%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 4-Nitro-m-xylene is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 4-Nitro-m-xylene, based on the data on this page

What is 4-Nitro-m-xylene?

1,3-dimethyl-4-nitrobenzene is a light yellow to amber liquid. (NTP, 1992)

Is 4-Nitro-m-xylene hazardous?

4-Nitro-m-xylene carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

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