4-(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZONITRILE
Synonym(s):4-Cyanobenzyl alcohol
- CAS NO.：874-89-5
- Empirical Formula: C8H7NO
- Molecular Weight: 133.15
- MDL number: MFCD00870633
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2026-01-13 11:26:47
What is 4-(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZONITRILE?
The Uses of 4-(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZONITRILE
4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile [p-(hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile] may be used to synthesize p-((vinyloxy)methyl)benzonitrile (VOMBN).
Definition
ChEBI: 4-cyanobenzyl alcohol is an aromatic primary alcohol. It is functionally related to a benzyl alcohol.
General Description
4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzonitrile can be synthesized via hydrosilylation reaction in the presence of Fe complex Bu4N[Fe(CO)3(NO)] [catalyst]. It can also be prepared from 4-(aminomethyl) benzyl alcohol.
Properties of 4-(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZONITRILE
| Melting point: | 39-43 °C(lit.) |
| Boiling point: | 203 °C(Press: 53 Torr) |
| Density | 1.16±0.1 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Flash point: | >230 °F |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| pka | 13.99±0.10(Predicted) |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water. |
| BRN | 2206193 |
Safety information for 4-(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZONITRILE
| 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. |
Computed Descriptors for 4-(HYDROXYMETHYL)BENZONITRILE
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