4-Pyridylacetonitrile hydrochloride
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02
CAS Number: 92333-25-0
Molecular Formula: C7H7ClN2
Molecular Weight: 154.6 g/mol
Appearance: White to pinkish to yellowish powdered crystals
Melting Point: 267°C (decomposition)
Usage: Widely used in pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 4-Pyridylacetonitrile hydrochloride |
| CAS Number | 15361-63-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H7ClN2 |
| Molecular Weight | 154.59 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to pale yellow crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 208-212°C (dec.) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and polar organic solvents such as methanol and ethanol |
| Chemical Structure | Pyridine ring with an acetonitrile group (-CH2CN) attached to the 4-position, and a hydrochloride salt |
| pH (Aqueous Solution) | Acidic due to the hydrochloride salt |
| Applications | Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, particularly pyridines and their derivatives. Also used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and other chemical compounds. |
| Stability | Stable under normal conditions. May decompose at high temperatures or in the presence of strong acids or bases. |
| Safety Information | May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Causes skin and eye irritation. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment and avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, sparks, and open flames. |
| Hazard Statements | H302: Harmful if swallowed. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. |
| Precautionary Statements | P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312+P330: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/… If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Seek medical advice/attention. |
