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4-Methoxycinnamonitrile

Also known as: 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)acrylonitrile, (E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enenitrile, (2E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenenitrile, 4-Methoxycinnamonitrile (cis- and trans- mixture), 4-Methoxycinnamonitrile, mixture of cis- and trans isomers, p-Methoxycinnamonitrile, cis,trans-4-Methoxycinnamonitrile, 3-(p-methoxyphenyl)acrylonitrile, 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethenecarbonitrile

4-Methoxycinnamonitrile (CAS 28446-68-6) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO and a molecular weight of 159.18500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 50-55°C, a boiling point of 127-140 °C1 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.096 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. 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 Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
28446-68-6
Jingsj CID
J-8007-9
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO
Molecular Weight
159.18500 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point50-55°C
Boiling Point127-140 °C1 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.096 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass159.06800
PSA33.02000
LogP2.23198
Vapor Pressure0.000197mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.6131(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methoxycinnamonitrile?

The CAS number of 4-Methoxycinnamonitrile is 28446-68-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxycinnamonitrile?

4-Methoxycinnamonitrile has molecular formula C10H9NO and molecular weight 159.18500 g/mol.

Is 4-Methoxycinnamonitrile hazardous?

4-Methoxycinnamonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Methoxycinnamonitrile (CAS 28446-68-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-8007-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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