1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane

Name: 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051102

About 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane

Listed under CAS 20778-47-6, 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane is a nitrile building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C7H8N2, it has a molar mass of 120.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-[1-(cyanomethyl)cyclopropyl]acetonitrile. It is also known as (1-Cyanomethyl-cyclopropyl)-acetonitrile or 1,1-Cyclopropanediacetonitrile.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane
Catalogue No.	VQ-051102
CAS Number	20778-47-6
IUPAC name	2-[1-(cyanomethyl)cyclopropyl]acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₇H₈N₂
Molecular weight	120.15 g/mol
Exact mass	120.0687
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	UZFFTUDTQFIMFY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CC1(CC#N)CC#N
PubChem CID	12530957

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	47.6 Å²
Synonyms	(1-Cyanomethyl-cyclopropyl)-acetonitrile, 1,1-Cyclopropanediacetonitrile, 2,2'-(Cyclopropane-1,1-diyl)diacetonitrile, cyclopropane-1,1-diacetonitrile, 2,2 inverted exclamation mark -(Cyclopropane-1,1-diyl)diacetonitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane?

The CAS Registry Number of 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane is 20778-47-6. It is also known as (1-Cyanomethyl-cyclopropyl)-acetonitrile, 1,1-Cyclopropanediacetonitrile, 2,2'-(Cyclopropane-1,1-diyl)diacetonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane?

1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane has the molecular formula C7H8N2 and a molecular weight of 120.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-[1-(cyanomethyl)cyclopropyl]acetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane can I order?

We supply 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane?

Yes. Every lot of 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1,1-Bis(cyanomethyl)cyclopropane is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.