Indole-3-acetonitrile
Also known as: 3-Indoleacetonitrile, 1H-Indole-3-acetonitrile, 3-(Cyanomethyl)indole, Indolylacetonitrile, IAN, 2-(1H-Indol-3-yl)acetonitrile, 3-Indolylacetonitrile, Indoleacetonitrile, β-Indolylacetonitrile
Indole-3-acetonitrile (CAS 771-51-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H8N2 and a molecular weight of 156.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 33-36 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 374.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 127.6±6.1 °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.
- 771-51-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-17116-6
- Molecular Formula
- C10H8N2
- Molecular Weight
- 156.184 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 33-36 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 374.1±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 127.6±6.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 156.068741 |
| PSA | 39.58000 |
| LogP | 1.37 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.673 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen 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 Indole-3-acetonitrile?
The CAS number of Indole-3-acetonitrile is 771-51-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Indole-3-acetonitrile?
Indole-3-acetonitrile has molecular formula C10H8N2 and molecular weight 156.184 g/mol.
Is Indole-3-acetonitrile hazardous?
Indole-3-acetonitrile 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 Indole-3-acetonitrile?
For Indole-3-acetonitrile, Upstream Products: Gramine, Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 1,2-Dibromoethane; Downstream Products: 2-(1-Benzyl-1H-indol-3-yl)ethan-1-amine, Indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 1-Methylindole-3-acetonitrile.
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