2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene
TL;DR: 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene (CAS 81-20-9) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.06332 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
1,3-dimethyl-2-nitrobenzene
Also Known As: 2-Nitro-m-xylene, 1,3-Dimethyl-2-nitrobenzene, 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene, m-Xylene, 2-nitro-, 2,6-Dimethyl-1-nitrobenzene
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C8H9NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 151.06332 g/mol |
| XLogP | 3.0 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 45.8 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 2 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 151.06332 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 11 |
| Complexity | 143.0 |
| Melting Point | 57 to 61 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 437 °F at 744 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.112 at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Flash Point | 190 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Vapor Pressure | 28.4 mmHg at 100 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | HDFQKJQEWGVKCQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene is used in complex organic molecule assembly across discovery and process chemistry, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene (CAS 81-20-9) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
A organic building block supplied by CoreyChem, 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene (CAS 81-20-9) has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.06 g/mol. Reported properties include a density of 1.112 at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink g/cm³, a solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992). It is also known as 2-Nitro-m-xylene and 1,3-Dimethyl-2-nitrobenzene.
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Chemical Property Profile of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene
Property Insights of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene
The XLogP value of 3.0 indicates that 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene is lipophilic (fat-soluble), which may influence its absorption, distribution, and formulation strategy. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 45.8 Ų, 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene has 0 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 2 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene?
The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene is 81-20-9.
What is the molecular formula of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene?
The molecular formula of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene is C8H9NO2.
What is the molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene?
The molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene is 151.06332 g/mol.
What are the applications of 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene?
2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene is used in complex organic molecule assembly across discovery and process chemistry, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies 2,6-Dimethylnitrobenzene (CAS...
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