2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzonitrile is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a benzene ring substituted with a methyl group, a nitro group, and a nitrile group. The presence of the nitro group typically imparts significant polarity and can influence the compound's reactivity, making it a potential candidate for various chemical reactions, including electrophilic substitutions. The nitrile functional group contributes to the compound's overall stability and can participate in nucleophilic addition reactions. This compound is generally a solid at room temperature and may exhibit moderate solubility in organic solvents. Its chemical properties are influenced by the electron-withdrawing nature of the nitro group, which can affect the acidity of adjacent hydrogen atoms and the reactivity of the aromatic ring. 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzonitrile is often used in synthetic organic chemistry and may serve as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals. As with many nitro compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns.

2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzonitrile

1885-76-3: 2-Cyano-3-nitrotoluene, 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzonitrile, 6-Methyl-2-nitrobenzonitrile, 6-Nitro-2-Toluonitrile, 6-Nitro-o-toluonitrile, Benzonitrile, 2-methyl-6-nitro-, o-Tolunitrile, 6-nitro-, 6-Nitro-o-tolunitrile

2-Cyano-3-methylnitrobenzene is a nitrile compound that has been used in the synthesis of 3-aminonitrobenzenes. It has been shown to be an inhibitor of animal connective tissue and can be used for imaging studies. The yield of this compound is high, but it must be purified by hydrolysis to remove the triflate group. This compound also has specific radioactivity and is stable at low temperatures.

CAS 1885-76-3: 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzonitrile

2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzonitrile

Ref: 10-F209317

2-Cyano-3-methylnitrobenzene

Ref: 3D-FC54883

6-Methyl-2-nitrobenzonitrile

Ref: 54-OR345290

Benzonitrile, 2-methyl-6-nitro-

Ref: IN-DA002GXJ