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2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile

Also known as: 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanenitrile, 3-Pentanone cyanohydrin, Butanenitrile, 2-ethyl-2-hydroxy-, 2-Aethyl-2-hydroxy-butyronitril, Diaethylketon-cyanhydrin, Propioncyanhydrin, EINECS 252-037-9

2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile (CAS 34451-66-6) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H11NO and a molecular weight of 113.15800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 214.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.954g/cm3 and a flash point of 83.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
34451-66-6
Jingsj CID
J-1183695-3
Molecular Formula
C6H11NO
Molecular Weight
113.15800 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point214.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.954g/cm3
Flash Point83.5ºC
Exact Mass113.08400
PSA44.02000
LogP1.06108
Refractive Index1.44

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile?

The CAS number of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile is 34451-66-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile?

2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile has molecular formula C6H11NO and molecular weight 113.15800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile?

For 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile, Upstream Products: 3-Pentanone, Trimethylsilyl cyanide; Downstream Products: 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid, 2-Amino-2-ethylbutanoic acid, ethyl 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyronitrile (CAS 34451-66-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1183695-3 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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