1,5-Dicyanopentane

Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02

CAS Number: 646-20-8

Molecular Formula: C7H10N2

Molecular Weight: 122.17 g/mol

Appearance: Colorless liquid

Melting Point: -31.4°C

Boiling Point: 175-176°C (14 mmHg)

Density: 0.951 g/mL at 25°C

Usage: Used in organic synthesis.

 

Category Information
Basic Information
Chemical Name 1.5-Dicyanopentane
Synonyms Pentane-1.5-dinitrile; Heptanedinitrile; NSC 5392; Pimelic acid dinitrile; Pimelonitrile
CAS Number 646-20-8
EINECS Number 211-469-8
Molecular Formula C7H10N2
Molecular Weight 122.168 g/mol
Physical Properties
Appearance Colorless to light yellow clear liquid
Odor Faint, sweet odor
Density 0.951 g/cm³
Melting Point -31.4°C
Boiling Point 175-176°C (14 mm Hg) or 310.8°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point 112°C or 143.4±16.5°C
Refractive Index 1.441 or 1.437
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol and ether
Chemical Properties
Functional Groups Two cyano (-CN) groups
Reactivity Undergoes nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions; forms new carbon-carbon and carbon-nitrogen bonds
Applications
Organic Synthesis Used as a building block in the preparation of various compounds, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals
Safety Information
Risk Phrases R20/21/22 (Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed)
Safety Phrases S24/25 (Avoid contact with skin and eyes); S36/37 (Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves)
Storage Conditions Store in a cool, dry place; keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames; store with appropriate ventilation

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