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Valeronitrile

Also known as: BUTYL CYANIDE, Butyl Cyanide, Butyl cyanide,Pentanenitrile, EINECS 203-781-8, MFCD00001974, N-BUTYL CYANIDE, N-VALERONITRILE, NITRILE C5, PENTANE NITRILE, PENTANITRILE, PENTANONITRILE, VALERONITRILE, pentanenitrile

Valeronitrile (CAS 110-59-8) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9N and a molecular weight of 83.13170 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −96 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 139-141 °C(lit.), a density of 0.795 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 40.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour and H301 — Toxic if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
110-59-8
Jingsj CID
J-6270-5
Molecular Formula
C5H9N
Molecular Weight
83.13170 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−96 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point139-141 °C(lit.)
Density0.795 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point40.6 °C
Exact Mass83.07350
PSA23.79000
LogP1.70018
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.397(lit.)
Additional Property0.1-0.5 g/100 mL at 22.5 ºC

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2926909090
SummaryHS: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 Valeronitrile?

The CAS number of Valeronitrile is 110-59-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Valeronitrile?

Valeronitrile has molecular formula C5H9N and molecular weight 83.13170 g/mol.

Is Valeronitrile hazardous?

Valeronitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Valeronitrile?

For Valeronitrile, Upstream Products: 1,2-Epoxyhexane, Pentanoic acid, Valeraldehyde; Downstream Products: Amylamine hydrochloride, 5-Nonanone, 5-butyl-5-nonanol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Valeronitrile (CAS 110-59-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-6270-5 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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