Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate
Also known as: 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzonitrile, 3-Cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl m-cyanobenzoate, 3-CN-C6H4-COOCH3, Benzoic acid, 3-cyano-, methyl ester
Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate (CAS 13531-48-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids 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 59-61ºC, a boiling point of 267.2±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.0±9.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 13531-48-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1498303-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 161.157 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 59-61ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 267.2±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 120.0±9.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 161.047684 |
| PSA | 50.09000 |
| LogP | 1.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.535 |
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 Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate is 13531-48-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate?
Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.157 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate?
For Methyl 3-cyanobenzoate, Upstream Products: iodomethane, 3-Cyanobenzoic acid, Methanol; Downstream Products: (3-(aminomethyl)phenyl)methanol, Methyl 3-(((tert-butoxycarbonyl)amino)methyl)benzoate, 3-(2,2,2-trifluoroacetyl)benzonitrile.
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