(2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile
(2Z,4Z)-2,4-己二烯二腈
Also known as: cis,cis-Mucononitrile, (Z,Z)-2,4-hexadienedinitrile, (1Z,3Z)-1,3-Butadiene-1,4-dicarbonitrile, (1Z,3Z)-1,4-dicyano-1,3-butadiene, hexa-2c,4c-dienedinitrile, MFCD00075424
(2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile (CAS 1557-59-1) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H4N2 and a molecular weight of 104.10900 g/mol. It is also known as cis,cis-Mucononitrile, (Z,Z)-2,4-hexadienedinitrile and (1Z,3Z)-1,3-Butadiene-1,4-dicarbonitrile. Key properties include a melting point of 128-131ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 244.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.024g/cm3 and a flash point of 115.6ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1557-59-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-30365-7
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4N2
- Chinese Name
- (2Z,4Z)-2,4-己二烯二腈
- Molecular Weight
- 104.10900 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 128-131ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 244.7ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.024g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 115.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 104.03700 |
| PSA | 47.58000 |
| LogP | 1.14596 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.03mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.498 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile?
The CAS number of (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile is 1557-59-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile?
(2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile has molecular formula C6H4N2 and molecular weight 104.10900 g/mol.
Is (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile hazardous?
(2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile?
For (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienedinitrile, Upstream Products: o-Phenylenediamine, benzene, Dimethyl acetylenedicarboxylate; Downstream Products: 1,6-Hexanediamine.
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