3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile

3-溴-2-氧代丁腈

Also known as: 2-bromopropanoyl cyanide, 3-Brom-2-oxo-butyronitril, 3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile, 3-bromo-2-oxo-butyronitrile, Butanenitrile, 3-bromo-2-oxo-, α-Brompropionylcyanid

3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile (CAS 70688-37-8) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H4BrNO and a molecular weight of 161.985 g/mol. It is also known as 2-bromopropanoyl cyanide, 3-Brom-2-oxo-butyronitril and 3-bromo-2-oxo-butyronitrile. Key properties include a boiling point of 184.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 65.5±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
70688-37-8
Jingsj CID
J-1320553-9
Molecular Formula
C4H4BrNO
Chinese Name
3-溴-2-氧代丁腈
Molecular Weight
161.985 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point184.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point65.5±22.6 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile?

The CAS number of 3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile is 70688-37-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile?

3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile has molecular formula C4H4BrNO and molecular weight 161.985 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Bromo-2-oxobutanenitrile (CAS 70688-37-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1320553-9 (accessed 2026-10-26).

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