What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Chlorobutanenitrile (CAS: 628-20-6)?

4-Chlorobutanenitrile is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of 127.57 g/mol. It has a melting point of -43°C, a boiling point of 82-83°C, and a density of 1.05 g/cm³. The compound is slightly soluble in water and soluble in ethanol, acetone, and other organic solvents. It is reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo substitution reactions. It is also prone to hydrolysis under basic conditions.