3-Cyanobenzoic acid
Also known as: m-Cyanobenzoic acid, 3-Carboxybenzonitrile, Isophthalic acid mononitrile, m-Carboxybenzonitrile, Benzoic acid, 3-cyano-, Benzoic acid, m-cyano-, 3-Cyanobenzoicacid, 3-Cyano Benzoic Acid, M-CYANOBENZOIC ACID, ISOPHTHALIC ACID MONONITRILE, EINECS 217-511-1, MFCD00002486, RARECHEM AL BE 0051
3-Cyanobenzoic acid (CAS 1877-72-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5NO2 and a molecular weight of 147.131 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 220-224 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 324.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 150.1±23.2 °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.
- 1877-72-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-33169-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H5NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 147.131 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 220-224 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 324.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 150.1±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 147.032028 |
| PSA | 61.09000 |
| LogP | 1.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.592 |
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-Cyanobenzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Cyanobenzoic acid is 1877-72-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Cyanobenzoic acid?
3-Cyanobenzoic acid has molecular formula C8H5NO2 and molecular weight 147.131 g/mol.
Is 3-Cyanobenzoic acid hazardous?
3-Cyanobenzoic acid 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-Cyanobenzoic acid?
For 3-Cyanobenzoic acid, Upstream Products: m-Tolunitrile, 3-Cyanobenzamide, 3-Bromobenzonitrile; Downstream Products: (3-(aminomethyl)phenyl)methanol, 4-Cyanobenzoyl chloride, 3-Cyanobenzoyl chloride.
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