2-methoxybenzoyl cyanide

2-甲氧基-α-氧代苯乙腈

Also known as: (2-METHOXY-PHENYL)-OXO-ACETONITRILE, (2-methoxy-phenyl)-glyoxylonitrile, (2-methoxyphenyl)(oxo)acetonitrile, 2-METHOXYBENZOYL CYANIDE, 2-Methoxy-a-oxo-benzeneacetonitrile, 2-Methoxy-benzoylcyanid, 2-Methoxy-phenylglyoxylsaeure-nitril, Benzeneacetonitrile, 2-Methoxy-.alpha.-oxo-, Benzeneacetonitrile, 2-methoxy-α-oxo-, Benzeneacetonitrile,2-methoxy-a-oxo

2-methoxybenzoyl cyanide (CAS 72371-46-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 161.15700 g/mol. It is also known as (2-METHOXY-PHENYL)-OXO-ACETONITRILE, (2-methoxy-phenyl)-glyoxylonitrile and (2-methoxyphenyl)(oxo)acetonitrile. Key properties include a boiling point of 272.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.164 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 72371-46-1
Jingsj CID: J-1107268-5
Molecular Formula: C₉H₇NO₂
Chinese Name: 2-甲氧基-α-氧代苯乙腈
Molecular Weight: 161.15700 g/mol
Category: Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	272.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.164 g/cm3
Flash Point	116.9ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-methoxybenzoyl cyanide?

The CAS number of 2-methoxybenzoyl cyanide is 72371-46-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-methoxybenzoyl cyanide?

2-methoxybenzoyl cyanide has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.15700 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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