Benzonitrile
Also known as: cyanobenzene, phenyl cyanide, benzenecarbonitrile, phenylformonitrile
Benzonitrile (CAS 100-47-0) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5N and a molecular weight of 103.121 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -13 °C, a boiling point of 191.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 71.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 100-47-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-5422-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5N
- Molecular Weight
- 103.121 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -13 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 191.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 71.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 103.042198 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | 1.65 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.5±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.539 |
| Additional Property | 10 g/L (100 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
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 Benzonitrile?
The CAS number of Benzonitrile is 100-47-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzonitrile?
Benzonitrile has molecular formula C7H5N and molecular weight 103.121 g/mol.
Is Benzonitrile hazardous?
Benzonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzonitrile?
For Benzonitrile, Downstream Products: 4-(4-Fluorophenyl)benzonitrile, 4'-Fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carbonitrile, 5-Methyl-2-phenylpyridine.
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