2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile

2-氟-4-(羟甲基)苄甲腈

Also known as: 2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzenecarbonitrile, 4-Cyano-3-fluorobenzyl alcohol, Benzonitrile, 2-fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)-, Benzonitrile, 2-fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)- (9CI)

2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 222978-02-1) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6FNO and a molecular weight of 151.138 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzenecarbonitrile, 4-Cyano-3-fluorobenzyl alcohol and Benzonitrile, 2-fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)-. Key properties include a melting point of 66-68ºC, a boiling point of 287.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.9±24.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 222978-02-1
Jingsj CID: J-1173529-8
Molecular Formula: C₈H₆FNO
Chinese Name: 2-氟-4-(羟甲基)苄甲腈
Molecular Weight: 151.138 g/mol
Category: Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	66-68ºC
Boiling Point	287.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	127.9±24.6 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile?

The CAS number of 2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile is 222978-02-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile?

2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6FNO and molecular weight 151.138 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Fluoro-4-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 222978-02-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1173529-8 (accessed 2026-10-22).

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