2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile

About 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile is a nitrile building block carrying the CAS registry number 5798-79-8. With the molecular formula C8H6BrN, it has a molar mass of 196.04 g/mol. Alternative names: Bromobenzyl Cyanide and Bromo(phenyl)acetonitrile.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-049796
CAS Number	5798-79-8
IUPAC name	2-bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₈H₆BrN
Molecular weight	196.04 g/mol
Exact mass	194.9684
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	XUHFBOUSHUEAQZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C#N)Br
PubChem CID	22044

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	Bromobenzyl Cyanide, Bromo(phenyl)acetonitrile, alpha-Bromobenzeneacetonitrile, bromo benzyl cyanide, alpha-Brombenzylkyanid, Bromobenzyl cyanides, alphaBromobenzyl cyanide, Acetonitrile, bromophenyl, Benzeneacetonitrile, alphabromo, Acetic acid, bromophenyl, nitrile, Camite, Brombenzyl cyanide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, 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 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile is 5798-79-8. It is also known as Bromobenzyl Cyanide, Bromo(phenyl)acetonitrile, alpha-Bromobenzeneacetonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile?

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile has the molecular formula C8H6BrN and a molecular weight of 196.04 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile can I order?

We supply 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile, 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 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile 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 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetonitrile 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.