Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile (CAS: 98730-77-9)?
Answer
1-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile (CAS: 98730-77-9) is a colorless to white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 129.11 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and chloroform. Chemically, it is stable under normal conditions but can react with strong bases and reducing agents. Its reactivity is typically due to the presence of the nitrile and hydroxymethyl groups.
About
CAS No
98730-77-9
English Name
1-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclopropanecarbonitrile
Molecular Formula
C5H7NO
Molecular Weight
86.13 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC1(CO)C#N
InChIKey
QMCQBAJOOAMKBX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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