4-Biphenylacetonitrile
Also known as: 2-([1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)acetonitrile, 4-Cyanomethyldiphenyl, 4-Phenylbenzyl cyanide, p-Biphenylacetonitrile, biphenylacetonitrile, 4-Biphenylylacetonitrile, 4-Phenylphenylacetonitrile, AKOS BAR-0894, MFCD00016403, TIMTEC-BB SBB005894, [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-acetonitrile, biphenyl-4-ylacetonitrile, 4-CYANOMETHYLBIPHENYL
4-Biphenylacetonitrile (CAS 31603-77-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H11N and a molecular weight of 193.244 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 88-92 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 356.3±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.1±8.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 31603-77-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-45946-1
- Molecular Formula
- C14H11N
- Molecular Weight
- 193.244 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 88-92 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 356.3±21.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 188.1±8.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 193.089142 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 3.21 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.581 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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-Biphenylacetonitrile?
The CAS number of 4-Biphenylacetonitrile is 31603-77-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Biphenylacetonitrile?
4-Biphenylacetonitrile has molecular formula C14H11N and molecular weight 193.244 g/mol.
Is 4-Biphenylacetonitrile hazardous?
4-Biphenylacetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Biphenylacetonitrile?
For 4-Biphenylacetonitrile, Upstream Products: 4-Bromophenylacetonitrile, Phenylboronic acid, Trimethylsilyl cyanide; Downstream Products: 4-Biphenylacetic acid, 2-([1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-yl)ethanamine, Diphenylamine.
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