Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%

Name: Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045859

About Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%

Benzyl cyanide is a nitrile building block (GC grade) carrying the CAS registry number 140-29-4 at a purity of above 98%. The compound has the formula C8H7N, corresponding to a molecular weight of 117.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-phenylacetonitrile. It is also known as alpha-Tolunitrile or Benzyl nitrile.

It is supplied as a liquid. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-045859
CAS Number	140-29-4
IUPAC name	2-phenylacetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₈H₇N
Molecular weight	117.15 g/mol
Exact mass	117.0578
Grade	GC
Purity / assay	>98%
HSN code	29269000
InChIKey	SUSQOBVLVYHIEX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC#N
PubChem CID	8794

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	alpha-Tolunitrile, Benzyl nitrile, alpha-Cyanotoluene, (Cyanomethyl)benzene, Phenyl acetyl nitrile, Acetonitrile, phenyl-, omega-Cyanotoluene, Acetic acid, phenyl-nitrile, Phenyl-acetonitrile, 2-phenylethanenitrile, .omega.-Cyanotoluene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H302Harmful if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P320, P321, P330, P361 + 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

Other grades of CAS 140-29-4

Synthesis

Benzyl cyanide, 99%

CAS: 140-29-4
Formula: C₈H₇N
MW: 117.15 g/mol

VQ-009694

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98% is 140-29-4. It is also known as alpha-Tolunitrile, Benzyl nitrile, alpha-Cyanotoluene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%?

Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98% has the molecular formula C8H7N and a molecular weight of 117.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-phenylacetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98% can I order?

We supply Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98% in GC (>98%) grade, in 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98%?

Yes. Every lot of Benzyl cyanide, for GC >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 Benzyl cyanide, for GC >98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzyl cyanide, for GC >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.