4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile
Also known as: 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzonitrile, 4-Cyanobenzeneacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-cyano-, MFCD00060305, alpha,4-Dicyanotoluene, alpha-Cyano-p-tolunitrile, p-Cyanobenzylcyanide, p-Cyanophenylacetonitrile, p-Tolunitrile, alpha-cyano-
4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile (CAS 876-31-3) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H6N2 and a molecular weight of 142.15700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 100-104ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 314ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.12 g/cm3. 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.
- 876-31-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-16953-9
- Molecular Formula
- C9H6N2
- Molecular Weight
- 142.15700 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 100-104ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 314ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.12 g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 142.05300 |
| PSA | 47.58000 |
| LogP | 1.62436 |
| Refractive Index | 1.553 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
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 4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile?
The CAS number of 4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile is 876-31-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile?
4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile has molecular formula C9H6N2 and molecular weight 142.15700 g/mol.
Is 4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile hazardous?
4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile 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 4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile?
For 4-Cyanophenylacetonitrile, Upstream Products: 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide, 4-Bromotoluene, p-Tolunitrile; Downstream Products: methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate, 4-Cyanophenylacetic acid, 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzoic acid.
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