2-(1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile

2-(1-苯基亚乙基)丙二腈

Also known as: Propanedinitrile, 2-(1-phenylethylidene)-, (1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile, (α-Methylbenzylidene)malononitrile, α-Cyano-β-phenylcrotononitrile, 1,1-Dicyano-2-methyl-2-phenylethylene, 2-Phenyl-1-propene-1,1-dicarbonitrile, α-Methylbenzalmalononitrile, NSC 17554, 1-Phenylethylidenepropanedinitrile, 2-(α-Methylbenzylidene)malononitrile, (Methylphenylmethylene)malononitrile, β,β-Dicyano-α-methylstyrene

2-(1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile (CAS 5447-87-0) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H8N2 and a molecular weight of 168.19500 g/mol. It is also known as Propanedinitrile, 2-(1-phenylethylidene)-, (1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile and (α-Methylbenzylidene)malononitrile. Key properties include a melting point of 94-96ºC, a boiling point of 286.8ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.096g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5447-87-0
Jingsj CID
J-1015292-0
Molecular Formula
C11H8N2
Chinese Name
2-(1-苯基亚乙基)丙二腈
Molecular Weight
168.19500 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point94-96ºC
Boiling Point286.8ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.096g/cm3
Flash Point127.8ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile?

The CAS number of 2-(1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile is 5447-87-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile?

2-(1-Phenylethylidene)malononitrile has molecular formula C11H8N2 and molecular weight 168.19500 g/mol.

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