3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile
Also known as: 3-cyanobenzyl alcohol, m-cyanobenzyl alcohol, 3-cyanobenzenemethanol, benzonitrile, 3-(hydroxymethyl)-, 3-cyanobenzyl alcohol 98+%
3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 874-97-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO and a molecular weight of 133.147 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 28-32ºC, a boiling point of 283.8±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.4±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 874-97-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-27838-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NO
- Molecular Weight
- 133.147 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 28-32ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 283.8±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 125.4±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 133.052765 |
| PSA | 44.02000 |
| LogP | 0.47 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.572 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile?
The CAS number of 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile is 874-97-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile?
3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile has molecular formula C8H7NO and molecular weight 133.147 g/mol.
Is 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile hazardous?
3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile?
For 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile, Upstream Products: 3-Cyanobenzaldehyde, 3-Cyanobenzoic acid, 3-Bromobenzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: (3-(aminomethyl)phenyl)methanol, (3-(Methoxymethyl)phenyl)methanamine, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid.
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