p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide

Name: p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013690

About p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide

p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide is a process intermediate or related compound of Sibutramine carrying the CAS registry number 140-53-4. With the molecular formula C8H6ClN, it has a molar mass of 151.59 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-(4-chlorophenyl)acetonitrile. Common synonyms include 4-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide and 4-Chlorobenzeneacetonitrile.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Sibutramine, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Sibutramine

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Sibutramine.

Sibutramine impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide
Catalogue No.	VQ-013690
CAS Number	140-53-4
IUPAC name	2-(4-chlorophenyl)acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₈H₆ClN
Molecular weight	151.59 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0189
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	IVYMIRMKXZAHRV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1CC#N)Cl
PubChem CID	241582

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	4-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide, 4-Chlorobenzeneacetonitrile, (4-Chlorophenyl)acetonitrile, (p-Chlorophenyl)acetonitrile, 4-Chlorobenzyl nitrile, p-Chlorbenzylnitrile, p-Chloro-alpha-cyanotoluene, 4-Chlorophenylacetonitrile, Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-chloro-, Acetonitrile, (p-chlorophenyl)-, p-Chlorophenylacetonitrile, 4-Chlor-benzyl-cyanid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H300Fatal if swallowed
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364, 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

Other grades of CAS 140-53-4

p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide

CAS: 140-53-4
Formula: C₈H₆ClN
MW: 151.59 g/mol

VQ-045908

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide?

The CAS Registry Number of p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide is 140-53-4. It is also known as 4-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide, 4-Chlorobenzeneacetonitrile, (4-Chlorophenyl)acetonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide?

p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide has the molecular formula C8H6ClN and a molecular weight of 151.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(4-chlorophenyl)acetonitrile.

What is p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide used for?

p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Sibutramine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide can I order?

We supply p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide 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 p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide?

Yes. Every lot of p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide 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 p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide be shipped internationally?

Yes. p-Chlorobenzyl Cyanide 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.