2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-cyanoacetaldehyde

2-(4-氯苯基)-2-氰基乙醛

Also known as: 2-(4-CHLOROPHENYL)-3-OXOPROPANENITRILE, 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile, 2-(p-Chlorophenyl)-2-formylacetonitrile, alpha-formyl-p-chlorophenylacetonitrile, USAF EL-67

2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-cyanoacetaldehyde (CAS 62538-21-0) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H6ClNO and a molecular weight of 179.60300 g/mol. It is also known as 2-(4-CHLOROPHENYL)-3-OXOPROPANENITRILE, 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-3-oxopropanenitrile and 2-(p-Chlorophenyl)-2-formylacetonitrile. Key properties include a melting point of 157ºC, a boiling point of 283.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.263 g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
62538-21-0
Jingsj CID
J-1150559-6
Molecular Formula
C9H6ClNO
Chinese Name
2-(4-氯苯基)-2-氰基乙醛
Molecular Weight
179.60300 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point157ºC
Boiling Point283.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.263 g/cm3
Flash Point125.4ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-cyanoacetaldehyde?

The CAS number of 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-cyanoacetaldehyde is 62538-21-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-cyanoacetaldehyde?

2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-cyanoacetaldehyde has molecular formula C9H6ClNO and molecular weight 179.60300 g/mol.

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