2-hydroxybutanenitrile
Also known as: Propionaldehyde cyanohydrin, 2-Hydroxybutyronitrile, 1-cyanopropan-1-ol, alpha-Hydroxybutyronitrile, Butyronitrile, 2-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-n-butyronitrile, D,L-2-Hydroxybutyronitrile
2-hydroxybutanenitrile (CAS 4476-02-2) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H7NO and a molecular weight of 85.10450 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 193.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.962 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 70.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4476-02-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1401641-7
- Molecular Formula
- C4H7NO
- Molecular Weight
- 85.10450 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 193.2ºC at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.962 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 70.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 85.05280 |
| PSA | 44.02000 |
| LogP | 0.28088 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.414 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2926909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2926909090 other nitrile-function compounds VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-hydroxybutanenitrile?
The CAS number of 2-hydroxybutanenitrile is 4476-02-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-hydroxybutanenitrile?
2-hydroxybutanenitrile has molecular formula C4H7NO and molecular weight 85.10450 g/mol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-hydroxybutanenitrile (CAS 4476-02-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1401641-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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