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Benzyl cyanoformate

Also known as: Cyanoformic acid benzyl ester, Carbonocyanidic acid benzyl ester, Cyanidocarbonic acid benzyl ester, benzyl carbonocyanidate, phenylmethyl cyanoformate, phenylmethyl cyanomethanoate, benzyl cyanoformiate

Benzyl cyanoformate (CAS 5532-86-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 161.15700 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 66-67ºC0.6 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.105 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 104.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
5532-86-5
Jingsj CID
J-4520-5
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight
161.15700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point66-67ºC0.6 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.105 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point104.4 °C
Exact Mass161.04800
PSA50.09000
LogP1.25338
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.505(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

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 Benzyl cyanoformate?

The CAS number of Benzyl cyanoformate is 5532-86-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl cyanoformate?

Benzyl cyanoformate has molecular formula C9H7NO2 and molecular weight 161.15700 g/mol.

Is Benzyl cyanoformate hazardous?

Benzyl cyanoformate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl cyanoformate?

For Benzyl cyanoformate, Upstream Products: 1,4-Diazabicyclo[2.2.2]octane, Trimethylsilyl cyanide, Benzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: benzyl 2-oxopyrrolidine-1-carboxylate, Benzyl phenylcarbamate, Dibenzyl 2,2'-iminobis(ethylcarbamate).

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzyl cyanoformate (CAS 5532-86-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-4520-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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