Octanenitrile
Also known as: Caprylonitrile, EINECS 204-682-2, Heptyl Cyanide, Heptyl cyanide,Caprylonitrile, MFCD00001983, N-CAPRYLIC NITRILE, N-HEPTYL CYANIDE, N-OCTANONITRILE, N-OCTYL NITRILE, OCTANENITRILE, Octannitril, caprylic nitrile, n-Heptyl cyanide,97%
Octanenitrile (CAS 124-12-9) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H15N and a molecular weight of 125.21100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −45 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 198-200 °C(lit.), a density of 0.814 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 73.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 124-12-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-36526-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H15N
- Molecular Weight
- 125.21100 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −45 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 198-200 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.814 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 73.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 125.12000 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 2.87048 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.241mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.42(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful 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 Octanenitrile?
The CAS number of Octanenitrile is 124-12-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Octanenitrile?
Octanenitrile has molecular formula C8H15N and molecular weight 125.21100 g/mol.
Is Octanenitrile hazardous?
Octanenitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Octanenitrile?
For Octanenitrile, Upstream Products: Isopropyl octanoate, 1-Octanol, Octanamide; Downstream Products: Octylamine hydrochloride, Octyl octanoate, 1-Octanol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Octanenitrile (CAS 124-12-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-36526-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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