Mesitylacetonitrile
Also known as: 2,4,6-Trimethylphenylacetonitrile, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl cyanide, 2-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)acetonitrile, 2-Mesitylacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 2,4,6-trimethyl-, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzeneacetonitrile
Mesitylacetonitrile (CAS 34688-71-6) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H13N and a molecular weight of 159.228 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 76-80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 278.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 131.6±5.1 °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.
- 34688-71-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-45938-1
- Molecular Formula
- C11H13N
- Molecular Weight
- 159.228 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 76-80 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 278.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 131.6±5.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 159.104797 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 2.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.522 |
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 Mesitylacetonitrile?
The CAS number of Mesitylacetonitrile is 34688-71-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mesitylacetonitrile?
Mesitylacetonitrile has molecular formula C11H13N and molecular weight 159.228 g/mol.
Is Mesitylacetonitrile hazardous?
Mesitylacetonitrile 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 Mesitylacetonitrile?
For Mesitylacetonitrile, Upstream Products: 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl chloride, Cyanomethyl benzenesulfonate, 4-Isoxazoleboronic acid pinacol ester; Downstream Products: Mesitylacetic acid, 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzyl alcohol, ethyl mesitylacetate.
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