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3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile

Also known as: Geranyl nitrile, GeranylNitrile, GeranylNitrilecis-/trans-mixture, Geranitrile, Geranonitrile, Citralva, 2,6-Dimethyl-1,5-heptadienyl Cyanide, 3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dienenitrile, 3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-diennitril, 3,7-dimethyl-6-octadienenitrile, 3,7-dimethyl-octa-2,6-dienenitrile, 6-Octadienenitrile,3,7-dimethyl-2, LRT8, MFCD00001926

3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile (CAS 5146-66-7) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H15N and a molecular weight of 149.233 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 247.9±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 103.7±14.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H330 — Fatal if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5146-66-7
Jingsj CID
J-42420-4
Molecular Formula
C10H15N
Molecular Weight
149.233 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point247.9±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point103.7±14.0 °C
Exact Mass149.120453
PSA23.79000
LogP3.37
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.465
Additional PropertySLIGHTLY SOLUBLE

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H330 — Fatal if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2926909090
SummaryHS: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 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile?

The CAS number of 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile is 5146-66-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile?

3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile has molecular formula C10H15N and molecular weight 149.233 g/mol.

Is 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile hazardous?

3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H330 — Fatal if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile?

For 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile, Upstream Products: Citral, 6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one, Diethyl (cyanomethyl)phosphonate; Downstream Products: sulcatol, 6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one, Geranic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienenitrile (CAS 5146-66-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-42420-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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