Benzyl cyanide

Benzyl cyanide

Phenylacetonitrile; α-Cyanotoluene; Benzeneacetonitrile; Benzyl nitrile

CAS 140-29-4

Chemical Formula C₈H₇N

Molecular Weight 117.15 g/mol

Benzyl cyanide is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with an almond-like odor, used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances. It serves as a building block for compounds containing the phenylacetic acid structure and is involved in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Intermediate in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs): Benzyl cyanide is a key intermediate in the synthesis of several pharmaceuticals, such as antihypertensive and antipsychotic drugs.
  • Precursor for Phenylacetic Acid Derivatives: Used in the production of compounds involved in CNS (central nervous system) acting drugs.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Versatile Building Block: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including phenylacetic acid, esters, and amides.
  • Grignard & Nitrile Reactions: Commonly used in specialty reactions requiring aromatic nitriles in fine chemical production.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 98% (technical/industrial grade)
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Bitter almond-like
Boiling Point 231–233 °C
Melting Point -28 °C
Density 1.01 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone
Viscosity ~2.1 mPa·s at 25 °C
Flash Point 100 °C (closed cup)

Hazard Symbols

Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards
Environmental Hazard

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