2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile

N-(二苯亚甲基)氨基乙腈

Also known as: 2-(benzhydrylideneamino)acetonitrile, N-(Diphenylmethylene)aminoacetonitrile, [(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile, [(Diphenylmethylidene)amino]acetonitrile, Acetonitrile, 2-[(diphenylmethylene)amino]-

2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile (CAS 70591-20-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H12N2 and a molecular weight of 220.269 g/mol. It is also known as 2-(benzhydrylideneamino)acetonitrile, N-(Diphenylmethylene)aminoacetonitrile and [(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile. Key properties include a melting point of 83-86ºC, a boiling point of 343.6±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.6±25.7 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
70591-20-7
Jingsj CID
J-1993137-3
Molecular Formula
C15H12N2
Chinese Name
N-(二苯亚甲基)氨基乙腈
Molecular Weight
220.269 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point83-86ºC
Boiling Point343.6±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point161.6±25.7 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile?

The CAS number of 2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile is 70591-20-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile?

2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile has molecular formula C15H12N2 and molecular weight 220.269 g/mol.

Is 2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile hazardous?

2-[(Diphenylmethylene)amino]acetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning.

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