2-(dicyanomethylene)indan-1,3-dione

2-(二氰基亚甲基)茚-1,3-二酮

Also known as: Propanedinitrile, 2-(1,3-dihydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-inden-2-ylidene)-, 2-(1,3-dihydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-inden-2-ylidene)malononitrile, 2-(1,3-dioxo-1,3-dihydro-2H-inden-2-ylidene)malononitrile, 2-(dicyanomethylene)-1,3-indandione, 2-Dicyanomethylene-1,3-indanedione, Dicyanomethyleneindandione, (1,3-dioxoindan-2-ylidene)propanedinitrile, (1,3-dioxoindan-2-ylidene)methane-1,1-dicarbonitrile

2-(dicyanomethylene)indan-1,3-dione (CAS 16954-74-8) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H4N2O2 and a molecular weight of 208.17200 g/mol. It is also known as Propanedinitrile, 2-(1,3-dihydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-inden-2-ylidene)-, 2-(1,3-dihydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-inden-2-ylidene)malononitrile and 2-(1,3-dioxo-1,3-dihydro-2H-inden-2-ylidene)malononitrile. Key properties include a melting point of 270°C (dec.), a boiling point of 347.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.485g/cm3 and a flash point of 164.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16954-74-8
Jingsj CID
J-23624-7
Molecular Formula
C12H4N2O2
Chinese Name
2-(二氰基亚甲基)茚-1,3-二酮
Molecular Weight
208.17200 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point270°C (dec.)
Boiling Point347.9ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.485g/cm3
Flash Point164.2ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(dicyanomethylene)indan-1,3-dione?

The CAS number of 2-(dicyanomethylene)indan-1,3-dione is 16954-74-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(dicyanomethylene)indan-1,3-dione?

2-(dicyanomethylene)indan-1,3-dione has molecular formula C12H4N2O2 and molecular weight 208.17200 g/mol.

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