3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile
Also known as: Piperonyl cyanide, Piperonylacetonitrile, Homopiperonylnitrile, Homopiperonylonitrile, 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-acetonitrile, 2-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)acetonitrile, 3,4-Methylenedioxybenzyl cyanide, 3,4-Methylenedioxyphenylacetonitrile, Peperacetonitrile, 1,3-Benzodioxol-5-ylacetonitrile
3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile (CAS 4439-02-5) 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 161.157 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 299.7±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 130.5±11.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4439-02-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1421418-7
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 161.157 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 43-45 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 299.7±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 130.5±11.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 161.047684 |
| PSA | 42.25000 |
| LogP | 1.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.575 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932999099 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile?
The CAS number of 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile is 4439-02-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile?
3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.157 g/mol.
Is 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile hazardous?
3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile?
For 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)ethanamine, 5-Bromo-1,3-benzodioxole, Sodium cyanoacetate; Downstream Products: 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile, 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-acetic acid methyl ester, 1-(Benzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-yl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid.
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