4-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile

4-苯基苯甲酰基乙腈

Also known as: 3-oxo-3-(4-phenylphenyl)propanenitrile, 3-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl-3-oxopropanenitrile, 3-biphenyl-4-yl-3-oxo-propanenitrile, 3-biphenyl-4-yl-3-oxo-propionitrile, p-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile, biphenylyloxopropanenitrile, [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-propanenitrile, β-oxo-, β-Oxo[1,1′-biphenyl]-4-propanenitrile

4-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile (CAS 78443-35-3) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H11NO and a molecular weight of 221.25400 g/mol. It is also known as 3-oxo-3-(4-phenylphenyl)propanenitrile, 3-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl-3-oxopropanenitrile and 3-biphenyl-4-yl-3-oxo-propanenitrile. Key properties include a melting point of 116-118ºC, a boiling point of 418.129ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.128g/cm3 and a flash point of 206.677ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
78443-35-3
Jingsj CID
J-1338989-1
Molecular Formula
C15H11NO
Chinese Name
4-苯基苯甲酰基乙腈
Molecular Weight
221.25400 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point116-118ºC
Boiling Point418.129ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.128g/cm3
Flash Point206.677ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile?

The CAS number of 4-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile is 78443-35-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile?

4-Phenylbenzoylacetonitrile has molecular formula C15H11NO and molecular weight 221.25400 g/mol.

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