4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile

4-(4-甲氧基苯基)-4-氧代丁腈

Also known as: 3-(4-methoxybenzoyl)propionitrile, 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyronitrile, Benzenebutanenitrile, 4-methoxy-γ-oxo-, JR-8486, 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile, 97%

4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile (CAS 55234-56-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 189.21100 g/mol. It is also known as 3-(4-methoxybenzoyl)propionitrile, 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyronitrile and Benzenebutanenitrile, 4-methoxy-γ-oxo-. Key properties include a boiling point of 385ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.104g/cm3 and a flash point of 168.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 55234-56-5
Jingsj CID: J-1087542-7
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₁NO₂
Chinese Name: 4-(4-甲氧基苯基)-4-氧代丁腈
Molecular Weight: 189.21100 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	385ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.104g/cm3
Flash Point	168.4ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile?

The CAS number of 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile is 55234-56-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile?

4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile has molecular formula C11H11NO2 and molecular weight 189.21100 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "4-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanenitrile (CAS 55234-56-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1087542-7 (accessed 2026-10-25).

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