Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%

Name: Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009707

About Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%

Diphenylacetonitrile is a nitrile building block (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 86-29-3 with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula C14H11N, it has a molar mass of 193.24 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2,2-diphenylacetonitrile. Alternative names: a-Phenylbenzyl cyanide and a-Phenylphenylacetonitrile.

The material typically appears as white to faint yellow powder or crystals or chunks. Key physical data: a melting point of 71-73 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and fine chemical synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Diphenylacetonitrile in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009707
CAS Number	86-29-3
IUPAC name	2,2-diphenylacetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₁N
Molecular weight	193.24 g/mol
Exact mass	193.0891
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29269000
InChIKey	NEBPTMCRLHKPOB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C#N)C2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	6837

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to faint yellow powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	71-73 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	a-Phenylbenzyl cyanide, a-Phenylphenylacetonitrile, Benzhydrylcyanide, Benzyhydrylcyanide, benzhydryl cyanide, Diphenylmethylcyanide, Diphenylmethyl cyanide, Acetonitrile, diphenyl-, alpha-Phenylbenzeneacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, alpha-phenyl-, Diphenyl-alpha-cyanomethane, alpha-Phenylphenylacetonitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, 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 Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% is 86-29-3. It is also known as a-Phenylbenzyl cyanide, a-Phenylphenylacetonitrile, Benzhydrylcyanide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%?

Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% has the molecular formula C14H11N and a molecular weight of 193.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,2-diphenylacetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% can I order?

We supply Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Diphenylacetonitrile, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% 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 Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Diphenylacetonitrile, 98% 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.