α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile

α-(N,N-二甲氨基)苯乙腈

Also known as: 2-(Dimethylamino)-2-phenylacetonitrile, alpha-Dimethylaminophenylacetonitrile, N,N-Dimethyl-2-phenylglycinonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, alpha-(dimethylamino)-, Acetonitrile, (dimethylamino)phenyl-, Acetonitrile, 2-(dimethylamino)-2-phenyl-, dimethylamino-phenyl-acetonitrile, (dimethylamino)phenyl-acetonitrile, alpha-(Dimethylamino)benzeneacetonitrile, NSC 37416

α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile (CAS 827-36-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12N2 and a molecular weight of 160.21600 g/mol. It is also known as 2-(Dimethylamino)-2-phenylacetonitrile, alpha-Dimethylaminophenylacetonitrile and N,N-Dimethyl-2-phenylglycinonitrile. Key properties include a boiling point of 88-90ºC(lit.), a density of 0.997 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 219 °F. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
827-36-1
Jingsj CID
J-32296-2
Molecular Formula
C10H12N2
Chinese Name
α-(N,N-二甲氨基)苯乙腈
Molecular Weight
160.21600 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point88-90ºC(lit.)
Density0.997 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point219 °F

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile?

The CAS number of α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile is 827-36-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile?

α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile has molecular formula C10H12N2 and molecular weight 160.21600 g/mol.

Is α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile hazardous?

α-(Dimethylamino)phenylacetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning.

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