4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile
Also known as: 4-Cyanobenzyl chloride, p-Cyanobenzyl chloride, alpha-Chloro-p-tolunitrile, 4-Chloromethylbenzonitrile, Benzonitrile,4-(chloromethyl)-, 4-(chloromethyl)benzenecarbonitrile, α-Chloro-p-tolunitrile, MFCD00019761
4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile (CAS 874-86-2) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6ClN and a molecular weight of 151.593 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77 °C, a boiling point of 271.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.2±17.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 874-86-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-49195-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6ClN
- Molecular Weight
- 151.593 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 77 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 271.0±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 120.2±17.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 151.018875 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 1.92 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.551 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile?
The CAS number of 4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile is 874-86-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile?
4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile has molecular formula C8H6ClN and molecular weight 151.593 g/mol.
Is 4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile hazardous?
4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile?
For 4-(Chloromethyl)benzonitrile, Upstream Products: 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide, 4-Cyanobenzylamine, 1,2-dichloroethane; Downstream Products: 4-(Morpholinomethyl)benzonitrile, 4-Cyanophenylacetic acid, 3-Amino-4-methylbenzonitrile.
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