4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile
Also known as: 1-Cyano-4-methoxynaphthalene, 4-Methoxy-1-naphthalenecarbonitrile, 1-Naphthalenecarbonitrile,4-methoxy-, 4-Methoxy-naphthalene-1-carbonitrile, 1-Cyan-4-methoxynaphthalin, 1-Cyano-4-methoxynaphtalene, 4-methoxy-1-cyanonaphthalene, 4-methoxynaphthalene-1-carbonitrile, 4-methoxynaphthalenecarbonitrile, 4-methoxynaphtho-1-nitrile
4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile (CAS 5961-55-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H9NO and a molecular weight of 183.20600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 100-102 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 364.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.16 g/cm3 and a flash point of 153.7ºC. 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.
- 5961-55-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-8893-7
- Molecular Formula
- C12H9NO
- Molecular Weight
- 183.20600 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 100-102 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 364.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.16 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 153.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 183.06800 |
| PSA | 33.02000 |
| LogP | 2.72008 |
| Refractive Index | 1.622 |
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 4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile?
The CAS number of 4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile is 5961-55-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile?
4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile has molecular formula C12H9NO and molecular weight 183.20600 g/mol.
Is 4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile hazardous?
4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile 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 4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile?
For 4-Methoxy-1-naphthonitrile, Upstream Products: N,N-Dimethylformamide, 1-Methoxynaphthalene, 4-Methoxy-1-naphthaldehyde; Downstream Products: 1-Methoxynaphthalene, 4-METHOXYNAPHTHALEN-1-YLMETHYLAMINE, 4-Chlorothioanisole.
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