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1,4-Dicyanobutane, (Adiponitrile)
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1,4-Dicyanobutane, commonly known as adiponitrile, is a key organic intermediate primarily used in the production of nylon 6,6 and other polymers, as well as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. This chemical has a CAS number of 111-69-3, a molecular formula of C6H8N2, and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with care, as it carries a "Danger" signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies 1,4-Dicyanobutane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 18977502
- CAS Number
- 111-69-3
- IUPAC Name
- hexanedinitrile
- EC Number
- 203-896-3
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8N2
- Molecular Weight
- 108.14
- Exact Mass
- 108.0687
- SMILES
- C(CCC#N)CC#N
- InChIKey
- BTGRAWJCKBQKAO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C6H8N2/c7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8/h1-4H2
- PubChem CID
- 8128
Synonyms
- 1,4-Dicyanobutane
- Adipic acid dinitrile
- Adipic acid nitrile
- Adipodinitrile
- ADIPONITRILE
- Adipyldinitrile
- Hexanedinitrile
- Nitrile adipico
- Tetramethylene cyanide
- Tetramethylene dicyanide
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless liq
- Odour
- Practically odorless.
- Melting Point
- 1 °C
- Boiling Point
- 295 °C
- Density
- 0.97 (relative, water = 1)
- Water Solubility
- 80 g/L at 20 °C
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.3 Pa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4380
- log P (octanol/water)
- -0.32
Source: PubChem CID 8128 (HSDB, ICSC)
Frequently asked questions
What is 1,4-dicyanobutane (adiponitrile) commonly used for?
Adiponitrile is primarily used as a precursor in the production of nylon 6,6 and hexamethylenediamine (HMDA), as well as in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of adiponitrile?
The chemical formula is C₆H₈N₂, and the molecular weight is 108.14 g/mol.
What safety classification does adiponitrile have?
Adiponitrile is classified with the signal word 'Danger' due to its acute toxicity: it is toxic if swallowed (H301) and harmful if inhaled (H332).
How should adiponitrile be stored?
Store adiponitrile in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers, acids, and water.
Does Molekula supply adiponitrile in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply adiponitrile in bulk quantities upon request, depending on availability and customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of adiponitrile?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability and compliance.
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