2-Nitrotoluene

2-Nitrotoluene or ortho-nitrotoluene is an organic compound with the formula CH3C6H4NO2.

It is pale yellow liquid that crystallizes in two forms, called α (−9.27 °C) and β (−3.17 °C).

It is mainly a precursor to o-toluidine, which is an intermediate in the production of various dyes.

Similarly nitration gives two isomers of dinitrotoluene.

2-Nitrotoluene is mainly consumed in the production of o-toluidine, a precursor to dyes.

NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 3: Short exposure could cause serious temporary or residual injury. E.g. chlorine gas Flammability 1: Must be pre-heated before ignition can occur. Flash point over 93 °C (200 °F). E.g. canola oil Instability 1: Normally stable, but can become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures. E.g. calcium Special hazards (white): no code