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Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate

Also known as: 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl p-(cyanomethyl)benzoate, Methyl α-cyano-p-toluate, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenylacetonitrile, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzyl cyanide, Benzoic acid, 4-(cyanomethyl)-, methyl ester, p-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenylacetonitrile, α-Cyano-p-toluic acid methyl ester

Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate (CAS 76469-88-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 175.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 64ºC, a boiling point of 312.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 145.9±9.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
76469-88-0
Jingsj CID
J-1492774-3
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight
175.184 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point64ºC
Boiling Point312.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point145.9±9.9 °C
Exact Mass175.063324
PSA50.09000
LogP1.43
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.531

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate is 76469-88-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate?

Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate has molecular formula C10H9NO2 and molecular weight 175.184 g/mol.

Is Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate hazardous?

Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate?

For Methyl 4-(cyanomethyl)benzoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate, Methyl 4-(bromomethyl)benzoate, Trimethylsilyl cyanide; Downstream Products: methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate, 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzoic acid, 4-(Carboxymethyl)-3-nitrobenzoic acid.

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