Benzoyl cyanide
Also known as: Benzoyl nitrile, Phenylglyoxylonitrile, alpha-Oxophenylacetonitrile, 2-Oxo-2-phenylacetonitrile, 2-Oxo-2-phenylethanenitrile, alpha-Oxobenzeneacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, alpha-oxo-, Oxo(phenyl)acetonitrile, Glyoxylonitrile, phenyl-
Benzoyl cyanide (CAS 613-90-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5NO and a molecular weight of 131.131 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 28-31 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 206.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 78.4±18.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H300. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 613-90-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-34293-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H5NO
- Molecular Weight
- 131.131 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 28-31 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 206.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 78.4±18.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 131.037109 |
| PSA | 40.86000 |
| LogP | 1.04 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.546 |
| Additional Property | slihtly soluble, decomposes |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H300
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29269095 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzoyl cyanide?
The CAS number of Benzoyl cyanide is 613-90-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzoyl cyanide?
Benzoyl cyanide has molecular formula C8H5NO and molecular weight 131.131 g/mol.
Is Benzoyl cyanide hazardous?
Benzoyl cyanide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H300.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzoyl cyanide?
For Benzoyl cyanide, Upstream Products: 2-Isonitrosoacetophenone, Trimethylsilyl cyanide, Benzoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Benzil, 4-Phenyl-1H-pyrazol-3-amine, 4-Phenyl-1H-pyrazol-3-amine.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzoyl cyanide (CAS 613-90-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-34293-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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