5-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzonitrile falls within a group of substances characterized by consistent performance as nitroaromatic compounds. Its molecular formula is C7H3ClN2O2, with a molecular weight of 182.56. This compound's structure includes a nitro group and a benzene ring substituted with a chlorine atom and a cyanide group. As a result of its specific composition, it exhibits certain reactivity patterns typical of this class of compounds. The substance carries a Warning signal word due to its potential acute oral toxicity. Additionally, it may undergo further reactions, particularly those involving nucleophilic attack at the nitro group or electrophilic aromatic substitution at the benzene ring.

• CAS Number: 34662-31-2
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Molecular Formula: C7H3ClN2O2
• Molecular Weight: 182.56
• Exact Mass: 181.9883050
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]