Description

2-Nitrobiphenyl (CAS 86-00-0) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C₁₂H₉NO₂, widely utilized in research and industrial applications. This yellow crystalline solid, also known by its IUPAC name 1-nitro-2-phenylbenzene, is a nitro-substituted biphenyl derivative with a molecular weight of 199.21 g/mol. Its well-defined structure makes it valuable as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry, particularly in the preparation of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (HPLC) and is supplied in sealed amber vials to maintain stability. Ideal for use in Suzuki coupling reactions, as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds, or in material science research. Available in quantities from 1g to 1kg with customizable packaging options.

Properties

• CAS Number: 86-00-0
• Complexity: 218
• IUPAC Name: 1-nitro-2-phenyl-benzene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H9NO2/c14-13(15)12-9-5-4-8-11(12)10-6-2-1-3-7-10/h1-9H
• InChI Key: YOJKKXRJMXIKSR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 199.063328530
• Molecular Formula: C12H9NO2
• Molecular Weight: 199.20
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2[N+](=O)[O-]
• Topological: 45.8
• Monoisotopic Mass: 199.063328530
• Physical Description: Gold to tan crystals or brown solid.
• Boiling Point: 608 °F at 760 mmHg
• Melting Point: 97 to 100 °F
• Flash Point: 290 °F
• Solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 72 °F
• Density: 1.203 at 77 °F – Denser than water; will sink
• Vapor Density: 5.9 – Heavier than air; will sink
• Vapor Pressure: 2 mmHg at 284 °F
• Autoignition Temperature: 356 °F
• Synonyms: 2-Nitrobiphenyl, 2-Nitrodiphenyl, 2-Nitro-1,1′-biphenyl, O-NITROBIPHENYL, 2′-Nitrobiphenyl, CCRIS 962, NSC 5532, EINECS 201-646-8, UNII-8R1N47E4DT, CP 368, 8R1N47E4DT, DTXSID9025746, AI3-02563, NSC-5532, O-NITROBIPHENYL [MI], DTXCID505746, oNitrobiphenyl, oNitrodiphenyl, 2Nitrodiphenyl, Biphenyl, 2nitro, 2Phenylnitrobenzene, 2Nitro1,1’biphenyl, 1,1’Biphenyl, 2nitro, inchi=1/c12h9no2/c14-13(15)12-9-5-4-8-11(12)10-6-2-1-3-7-10/h1-9, yojkkxrjmxiksr-uhfffaoysa-n, 86-00-0, o-Nitrodiphenyl, 1-nitro-2-phenylbenzene, Biphenyl, 2-nitro-, 2-Phenylnitrobenzene, 1,1′-Biphenyl, 2-nitro-, 2-NITRO-BIPHENYL, ONB, mononitrobiphenyl, o-Nitrophenyl benzene, WLN: WNR BR, SCHEMBL44392, 2-Nitro-1,1′-biphenyl #, SCHEMBL3534126, SCHEMBL3535919, SCHEMBL3540428, SCHEMBL3541396, SCHEMBL4375599, SCHEMBL4375603, SCHEMBL6806454, CHEMBL1391678, NSC5532, BCP19356, Tox21_200759, CX1295, MFCD00007126, SBB008510, AKOS015833476, CAS-86-00-0, NCGC00091631-01, NCGC00091631-02, NCGC00258313-01, AC-19053, AS-46652, 2-Nitrobiphenyl 10 microg/mL in Cyclohexane, N0194, NS00039111, ST50406174, A841525, Q27270916, dibutyl 5,5,5-trichloropentyl phosphate;2-NITRO-BIPHENYL

Application

2-Nitrobiphenyl serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for constructing biphenyl-based frameworks in pharmaceutical development. Researchers employ it in cross-coupling reactions to create complex aromatic systems for optoelectronic materials. Its nitro group enables facile reduction to amines or conversion to other functional groups, making it versatile for heterocycle synthesis. In material science, it contributes to the development of liquid crystals and conductive polymers.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H312 (97.5%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]
• H332 (97.5%): Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]
• H351 (97.5%): Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]

Precautionary Statements

• P203, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362+P364, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Acute Tox. 4 (100%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (97.5%)
• Acute Tox. 4 (97.5%)
• Carc. 2 (97.5%)

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