CAS 35213-00-4: 2,6-Dinitrobenzonitrile

2,6-Dinitrobenzonitrile

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2,6-Dinitrobenzonitrile inhibits nitrobenzene by reacting with the electron-rich nitro group to form a stable radical. This reaction is a nucleophilic attack that results in the formation of an electron-deficient intermediate. The intermediate can react with other molecules to form isomeric products. Nitrosamines are formed when 2,6-dinitrobenzonitrile reacts with nitrosamines and amines. These compounds have been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals. 2,6-Dinitrobenzonitrile has been used as a radiosensitizer for cancer therapy and as an analytical reagent for detection of nitrates in water. It has also been used for staining proteins and DNA samples on microscope slides and as a photographic developer for silver halide films.