4-Cyanobiphenyl
Also known as: 4-Phenylbenzonitrile, 4-Biphenylcarbonitrile, 4-Cyanodiphenyl, Biphenyl-4-carbonitrile, p-Cyanobiphenyl, 4-Diphenylcarbonitrile, 4-phenylbenzenecarbonitrile
4-Cyanobiphenyl (CAS 2920-38-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H9N and a molecular weight of 179.217 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 85-87 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 332.3±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 155.5±14.6 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2920-38-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-3694-2
- Molecular Formula
- C13H9N
- Molecular Weight
- 179.217 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 85-87 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 332.3±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 155.5±14.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 179.073502 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 3.29 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.616 |
| Additional Property | limited soluble |
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 4-Cyanobiphenyl?
The CAS number of 4-Cyanobiphenyl is 2920-38-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Cyanobiphenyl?
4-Cyanobiphenyl has molecular formula C13H9N and molecular weight 179.217 g/mol.
Is 4-Cyanobiphenyl hazardous?
4-Cyanobiphenyl 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 4-Cyanobiphenyl?
For 4-Cyanobiphenyl, Upstream Products: 4-Chlorobenzonitrile, Phenyltrimethoxysilane, Phenylboronic acid; Downstream Products: 4'-Aminobiphenyl-4-carbonitrile, 4'-Nitro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4-Cyano-2'-nitrodiphenyl.
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