2-(Cyanomethyl)benzimidazole

Synonym(s):2-Cyanomethylbenzimidazole

LIGHT BEIGE FINE CRYSTALLINE POWDER

2-Benzimidazoleacetonitrile, is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate. It is also used as an intermediate in organic synthesis.

Poison by intravenous route. Seealso NITRILES. When heated to decomposition it emitstoxic fumes of NOx.

Melting point:	200-205 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling point:	271.83°C (rough estimate)
Density	1.2279 (rough estimate)
refractive index	1.5330 (estimate)
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
form	powder to crystal
pka	11.01±0.10(Predicted)
color	White to Brown
Water Solubility	Insoluble in water.
BRN	128461
CAS DataBase Reference	4414-88-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	1H-Benzimidazole-2-acetonitrile (4414-88-4)

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.