Benzonitrile LR for Synthesis Phenyl Cyanide NOT FOR SALE
Part No. RXSOL-60-6604-048
Benzonitrile is the chemical compound with the formula C, abbreviated PhCN. This aromatic organic compound is a colorless liquid with a sweet bitter almond odour. It is mainly used as a precursor to the resin benzoguanamine.
Benzonitrile is the chemical compound with the formula C, abbreviated PhCN. This aromatic organic compound is a colorless liquid with a sweet bitter almond odour. It is mainly used as a precursor to the resin benzoguanamine.
| Physical state at 20 °C : | Liquid. |
| Odour : | Strong, vinegar-like |
| Odour threshold : | No data available. |
| pH value : | No data available. |
| Melting point [°C] : | 16.2 °C |
| Decomposition point [°C] : | N/A |
| Critical temperature [°C] : | N/A |
| Auto-ignition temperature [°C] : | 485 °C |
| Flammability (solid, gas) : | N/A |
| Flammable liquid and vapour | |
| Flash point [°C] : | 40°C |
| Boiling point [°C] : | 117 - 118 °C |
| Initial boiling point [°C] : | 117°C |
| Final boiling point [°C] : | 118°C |
| Evaporation rate : | 0,97 |
| Vapour pressure [20°C] : | 15.2 hPa at 20°C |
| Vapour pressure mm/Hg : | N/A |
| Vapour density : | 2,1 |
| Density [g/cm3] : | 1,049 |
| Relative density, gas (air=1) : | N/A |
| Relative density, liquid (water=1) : | N/A |
| Solubility in water [% weight] : | Complete |
| Solubility in water : | N/A |
| Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C : | No data available. |
| Solubility : | 2,4 |
| Viscosity at 40°C [mm2/s] : | N/A |
| Explosive properties : | N/A |
| Explosion limits - upper [%] : | 19,90% |
| Explosion limits - lower [%] : | 4% |
| Oxidising properties : | No data available. |
Benzonitrile is a useful solvent and a versatile precursor to many derivatives. It reacts with amines to afford N-substituted benzamides after hydrolysis.
Dosage
Benzonitrile is used as a solvent and chemical intermediate for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, dyestuffs and rubber chemicals through the reactions.
Useful Area
Industrial Usage
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