(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile
Also known as: 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, p-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, p-Anisyl cyanide, 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile, Anisylacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-methoxy-, p-Methoxybenzeneacetonitrile
(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile (CAS 104-47-2) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO and a molecular weight of 147.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 8 °C, a boiling point of 286.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.0±14.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 104-47-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-6327-4
- Molecular Formula
- C9H9NO
- Molecular Weight
- 147.174 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 8 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 286.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112.0±14.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 147.068420 |
| PSA | 33.02000 |
| LogP | 1.36 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.519 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
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-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile?
The CAS number of (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile is 104-47-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile?
(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile has molecular formula C9H9NO and molecular weight 147.174 g/mol.
Is (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile hazardous?
(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile?
For (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile, Upstream Products: 4-Methoxyphenylacetic acid, 1-Methoxy-4-(2-nitroethyl)benzene, 4-Methoxyphenethylamine; Downstream Products: 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 1-(4-methoxyphenyl)cyclohexane-1-carbonitrile, Biochanin A.
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