4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile

Name: 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009663

About 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile

4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile (CAS 874-86-2) is a nitrile building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C8H6ClN and its molecular weight is 151.59 g/mol. Common synonyms include 4-Cyanobenzyl chloride and 4-(Chloromethyl)Tolunitrile.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch. 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

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-009663
CAS Number	874-86-2
IUPAC name	4-(chloromethyl)benzonitrile
Molecular formula	C₈H₆ClN
Molecular weight	151.59 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0189
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	LOQLDQJTSMKBJU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1CCl)C#N
PubChem CID	70127

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	4-Cyanobenzyl chloride, 4-(Chloromethyl)Tolunitrile, alpha-Chloro-p-tolunitrile, p-Cyanobenzyl chloride, 4-Chloromethylbenzonitrile, 4-Chloromethyl-benzonitrile, Benzonitrile, 4-(chloromethyl)-, 3-Cyanobenzylchloride, 4-(chloromethyl)benzenecarbonitrile, 4-cyanobenzylchloride, a-Chloro-p-tolunitrile, alpha-chloro-4-tolunitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, 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 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile is 874-86-2. It is also known as 4-Cyanobenzyl chloride, 4-(Chloromethyl)Tolunitrile, alpha-Chloro-p-tolunitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile?

4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile has the molecular formula C8H6ClN and a molecular weight of 151.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-(chloromethyl)benzonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile can I order?

We supply 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile 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 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Chloromethyl Benzonitrile 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.