Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-(Cyanomethyl)benzonitrile (CAS: 876-31-3)?
Answer
4-(Cyanomethyl)benzonitrile is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 147.14 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but miscible with common organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. This compound is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles, and can undergo substitution and addition reactions. Its physical properties include a melting point of 71-72°C and a density of 1.11 g/cm³.
About
CAS No
876-31-3
English Name
4-(Cyanomethyl)benzonitrile
Molecular Formula
C9H6N2
Molecular Weight
17.03 g/mol
SMILES
N#CCc1ccc(C#N)cc1
InChIKey
QILKKAFYAFEWGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
