Heptyl cyanide
CAS Number124-12-9
FormulaCH3(CH2)6CN
Mol. Weight125.21 g/mol
Heptyl cyanide
What is Heptyl cyanide?
Heptyl cyanide is a chemical compound with CAS number 124-12-9 and molecular formula CH3(CH2)6CN. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Heptyl cyanide (Caprylonitrile) was used as a solvent to study the intermediates in the decomposition of aliphatic diazo-compounds1.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3(CH2)6CN
Molecular Weight
125.21 g/mol
Assay/Purity
97%
Boiling Point
198-200 °C(lit.)
Density
0.814 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H302-H312-H332
Precautionary Statements
P280
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Melting Point
−45 °C(lit.)
EC Number
204-682-2
WGK Germany
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