Benzonitrile
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COA
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Transport classification
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CAS Number
100-47-0
Chemical name
Benzonitrile
Molecular formula
C7H5N
Molecular weight
103.12 g/mol
Synonyms
Phenyl cyanide; Cyanobenzene; Benzenenitrile; Benzoic acid nitrile; Benzene, cyano-; Benzenecarbonitrile; Phenylcyanide; Fenylkyanid
InChIKey
JFDZBHWFFUWGJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
PubChem CID
7505
Signal word
Warning
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Hazard statements
H227, H302, H312, H315, H319, H331, H335, H370, H371, H373, H402
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Handling and PPE reference fields are not available in the current MolGraph catalog record.
First aid and accidental release reference fields are not available in the current MolGraph catalog record.
Firefighting and stability reference fields are not available in the current MolGraph catalog record.
Appearance
Benzonitrile appears as a clear colorless liquid with an almond-like odor. Flash point 161 °F. Denser (at 8.4 lb / gal) than water and slightly soluble in water. Used as a specialty solvent and to make other chemicals.
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Melting Point
-12.82–-10.15
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Boiling Point
190.7–191
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Flash Point
70–75 °C
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Refractive Index
1.5289
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Autoignition Temp
550.0 °C
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XLogP
1.6
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Shipment review
Shipment details require review before fulfillment.
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