2-Methylglutaronitrile
Also known as: 1,3-Dicyanobutane, Methylglutaronitrile, 2-Methylpentanedinitrile, 2,4-Dicyanobutane, 1,5-Valerodinitrile, 2-methyl-
2-Methylglutaronitrile (CAS 4553-62-2) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8N2 and a molecular weight of 108.14100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 269-271 °C(lit.), a density of 0.95 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H330 — Fatal if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4553-62-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-27870-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8N2
- Molecular Weight
- 108.14100 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −45 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 269-271 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.95 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 108.06900 |
| PSA | 47.58000 |
| LogP | 1.44986 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.434(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H330 — Fatal 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 2-Methylglutaronitrile?
The CAS number of 2-Methylglutaronitrile is 4553-62-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylglutaronitrile?
2-Methylglutaronitrile has molecular formula C6H8N2 and molecular weight 108.14100 g/mol.
Is 2-Methylglutaronitrile hazardous?
2-Methylglutaronitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H330 — Fatal if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylglutaronitrile?
For 2-Methylglutaronitrile, Upstream Products: (Z)-2-Pentenenitrile, Acrylonitrile, Cyclohexanol; Downstream Products: 5-methylpiperidin-2-one, 2,5,6-Trichloronicotinic acid, 2-Methylglutaric acid.
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