Molekula
4-Cyanobenzyl bromide
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4-Cyanobenzyl bromide is an aromatic organobromine compound featuring a nitrile group and a reactive benzyl bromide moiety, widely used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical production, and polymer chemistry for introducing cyanobenzyl functionality. This solid chemical has a CAS number of 17201-43-3, a molecular formula of BrCH2C6H4CN, and a molecular weight of 196.04 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its **Danger** classification, indicated by its corrosive and hazardous properties. Molekula supplies 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12164421 |
| CAS Number | 17201-43-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-(bromomethyl)benzonitrile |
| EC Number | 241-246-0 |
| Molecular Formula | BrCH2C6H4CN |
| Molecular Weight | 196.04 |
| Exact Mass | 194.9684 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CC=C1CBr)C#N |
| InChIKey | UMLFTCYAQPPZER-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H6BrN/c9-5-7-1-3-8(6-10)4-2-7/h1-4H,5H2 |
| PubChem CID | 86996 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29269043 |
| Tariff Code | 2926907090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 4-(Bromomethyl)benzonitrile
- alpha-Bromo-p-tolunitrile
- alpha-Bromo-p-toluonitrile
- Benzonitrile, 4-(bromomethyl)-
- Benzonitrile, p-(bromomethyl)-
- p-(Bromomethyl)benzonitrile
- p-Cyanobenzyl bromide
- p-Tolunitrile, alpha-bromo-
- p-Toluonitrile, alpha-bromo-
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide commonly used for?
4-Cyanobenzyl bromide is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly for preparing pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and functionalized polymers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide?
The chemical formula is **BrCH₂C₆H₄CN**, and the molecular weight is **196.04 g/mol**.
How should 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers or metals.
What grades or purities of 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide does Molekula offer?
Molekula supplies **high-purity (97%+)** 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide **bulk quantities** of 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide upon request, with flexible packaging options.
What documentation comes with an order of 4-Cyanobenzyl bromide?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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