Cas no 89-60-1 (4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene)

4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene is an organic compound with the molecular formula C?H?ClNO?, commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. Its key advantages include high purity and stability, making it suitable for precise chemical reactions. The presence of both chloro and nitro functional groups on the toluene backbone allows for versatile reactivity, enabling further functionalization in multi-step synthetic processes. The compound is typically supplied as a crystalline solid with well-defined melting points, ensuring consistent performance in industrial applications. Proper handling is required due to its potential irritant properties. Storage under controlled conditions is recommended to maintain its integrity over time.
4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene structure
4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene structure
Product Name:4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene
CAS No:89-60-1
MF:C7H6ClNO2
MW:171.581040859222
MDL:MFCD00007085
CID:34514
PubChem ID:24852766
Update Time:2025-06-26

4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene Chemical and Physical Properties

Names and Identifiers

    • 1-Chloro-4-methyl-2-nitrobenzene
    • 4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene
    • 2-CHLORO-5-METHYLNITROBENZENE
    • 3-NITRO-4-CHLORO TOLUENE
    • 3-nitro-4-chlorotoluol
    • 4,3-Chloronitrotoluene
    • 4-chloro-3-nitro-toluene
    • 4-methyl-2-nitrochlorobenzene
    • M-NITRO-P-CHLOROTOLUENE
    • toluene,4-chloro-3-nitro
    • Toluene,4-chloro-3-nitro- (7CI,8CI)
    • 1-Chloro-2-nitro-4-methylbenzene
    • 2-Chloro-5-methyl-1-nitrobenzene
    • NSC 60721
    • 3-Nitro-4-chlorotoluene
    • DTXSID9058995
    • 1-chloro-4-methyl-2-nitro-benzene
    • SCHEMBL84100
    • 89-60-1
    • 1-chloranyl-4-methyl-2-nitro-benzene
    • 4-chlor-3-nitrotoluen
    • Z393629992
    • CS-W017646
    • F0001-2195
    • AKOS009159380
    • EINECS 201-922-8
    • Benzene, 1-chloro-4-methyl-2-nitro-
    • MFCD00007085
    • Toluene, 4-chloro-3-nitro-
    • W-100369
    • NSC-60721
    • AC-12204
    • A843245
    • EN300-39658
    • DS-14605
    • JF8MPL73NZ
    • NSC60721
    • FT-0618098
    • 4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene, technical grade
    • 1-Chloro-4-methyl-2-nitrobenzene (ACI)
    • Toluene, 4-chloro-3-nitro- (7CI, 8CI)
    • 4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene,98%
    • DB-057147
    • NS00002026
    • DTXCID7048663
    • MDL: MFCD00007085
    • Inchi: 1S/C7H6ClNO2/c1-5-2-3-6(8)7(4-5)9(10)11/h2-4H,1H3
    • InChI Key: NWESJZZPAJGHRZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
    • SMILES: [O-][N+](C1C(Cl)=CC=C(C)C=1)=O
    • BRN: 511055

Computed Properties

  • Exact Mass: 171.00900
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 171.009
  • Isotope Atom Count: 0
  • Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 0
  • Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 0
  • Heavy Atom Count: 11
  • Rotatable Bond Count: 1
  • Complexity: 157
  • Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
  • Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count : 0
  • Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Topological Polar Surface Area: 45.8A^2
  • Surface Charge: 0
  • Tautomer Count: nothing
  • XLogP3: nothing

Experimental Properties

  • Color/Form: Yellow oily liquid.
  • Density: 1.297?g/mL?at 25?°C(lit.)
  • Melting Point: 7?°C (lit.)
  • Boiling Point: 260°C(lit.)
  • Flash Point: Degrees Fahrenheit:235.4°F
    Degrees Celsius:113°C
  • Refractive Index: n20/D 1.558(lit.)
  • PSA: 45.82000
  • LogP: 3.07980
  • Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, insoluble in water.

4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene Security Information

4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene Customs Data

  • HS CODE:29049085
  • Customs Data:

    China Customs Code:

    2904909090

    Overview:

    2904909090 Sulfonation of other hydrocarbons\nitrification\Nitrosative derivative(Whether halogenated or not). VAT:17.0% Tax refund rate:9.0% Regulatory conditions:nothing MFN tariff:5.5% general tariff:30.0%

    Declaration elements:

    Product Name, component content, use to

    Summary:

    HS:2904909090 sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of hydrocarbons, whether or not halogenated VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

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Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Acetic anhydride ,  Trifluoroacetic anhydride ,  Nitric acid
1.2 Reagents: Ammonium hydroxide Solvents: Water
Reference
ipso Nitration. XXVIII. Nitration of 4-substituted toluenes: 1,2 adducts
Fischer, Alfred; Fyles, Deborah L.; Henderson, George N.; Mahasay, Sumit Ray, Canadian Journal of Chemistry, 1986, 64(9), 1764-70

Production Method 2

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Hydrochloric acid Solvents: Water ;  1.5 h, 80 - 90 °C; 90 °C → 50 °C
1.2 Reagents: Cuprous chloride ;  2.5 h, 50 °C
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Reference
Synthesis of 4-chloro-3-fluorotoluene and 4-bromo-3-fluorotoluene
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Production Method 3

Reaction Conditions
1.1 Reagents: Sodium chloride ,  Oxygen Catalysts: Cupric acetate ,  2,9-Dimethyl-1,10-phenanthroline ,  Silver sulfate Solvents: Dimethyl sulfoxide ;  20 h, 1 atm, 160 °C
Reference
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Reaction Conditions
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Reference
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Reference
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Reaction Conditions
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Reaction Conditions
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Reference
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4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene (CAS No. 89-60-1) is a versatile organic compound widely utilized in industrial and research applications. This yellow crystalline solid belongs to the nitrotoluene family, characterized by its molecular formula C7H6ClNO2. Its unique chemical structure, featuring a chloro group at the 4-position and a nitro group at the 3-position of the toluene ring, grants it distinct reactivity and functional value. Researchers often search for "synthesis of 4-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene" or "89-60-1 solubility data," reflecting its technical relevance.

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