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1,5-Dicyanopentane

Also known as: Heptanedinitrile, Pimelonitrile, 1,7-Heptanedinitrile, Pentamethylene dicyanide, Pimelic acid dinitrile, Heptandinitril, MFCD00001980, NSC 5392

1,5-Dicyanopentane (CAS 646-20-8) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H10N2 and a molecular weight of 122.168 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -31.4ºC, a boiling point of 310.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 143.4±16.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic 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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
646-20-8
Jingsj CID
J-23593-8
Molecular Formula
C7H10N2
Molecular Weight
122.168 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-31.4ºC
Boiling Point310.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point143.4±16.5 °C
Exact Mass122.084396
PSA47.58000
LogP-0.06
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.437

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled

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 1,5-Dicyanopentane?

The CAS number of 1,5-Dicyanopentane is 646-20-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,5-Dicyanopentane?

1,5-Dicyanopentane has molecular formula C7H10N2 and molecular weight 122.168 g/mol.

Is 1,5-Dicyanopentane hazardous?

1,5-Dicyanopentane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1,5-Dicyanopentane (CAS 646-20-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-23593-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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