4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%

Name: 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009676

About 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, a nitrile building block registered under CAS number 104-47-2, specified at 97% purity. With the molecular formula C9H9NO, it has a molar mass of 147.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile. Alternative names: 4-Methoxyphenylacetonitrile and (4-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile.

It is supplied as a colourless to light yellow to light orange liquid. Literature values give a density of 1.085 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

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

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009676
CAS Number	104-47-2
IUPAC name	2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₉H₉NO
Molecular weight	147.17 g/mol
Exact mass	147.0684
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29269000
InChIKey	PACGLQCRGWFBJH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC=C(C=C1)CC#N
PubChem CID	66031

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow to light orange liquid
Density	1.085 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	33 Å²
Synonyms	4-Methoxyphenylacetonitrile, (4-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile, p-Methoxyphenylacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-methoxy-, p-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, p-Methoxybenzeneacetonitrile, Acetonitrile, (p-methoxyphenyl)-, 4-10-00-00555 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 4-Anisyl cyanide, p-methoxybenzylcyanide, (4-Methoxy-phenyl)-acetonitrile, (p-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P273, P301 + P316, P321, P330, 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-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% is 104-47-2. It is also known as 4-Methoxyphenylacetonitrile, (4-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile, p-Methoxyphenylacetonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%?

4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% has the molecular formula C9H9NO and a molecular weight of 147.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% can I order?

We supply 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% in (97%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% 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-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide, 97% 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.