4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula: C
8H
6BrN
Formula Weight: 196.04
mp of 4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE (16532-79-9): 47-49
°C(lit.)
bp of 4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE (16532-79-9): 116-118
°C 3mm
Flash Point: 126.9
°C
Water Solubility : slightly soluble
Index of Refraction: 1.572
Density of 4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE (16532-79-9): 1.487 g/cm
3 Vapour Pressure: 0.00268 mmHg at 25
°C
PHYSICAL STATE: clear to yellow crystals
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Uses
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE (16532-79-9) is used in organic synthesis for dyes, perfumes, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, especially penicillin precursors.
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Toxicity Data With Reference
1. | | ivn-mus LD50:56 mg/kg | | CSLNX* U.S. Army Armament Research & Development Command, Chemical Systems Laboratory, NIOSH Exchange Chemicals. (Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21010) NX#03252 . |
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Consensus Reports
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. Cyanide and its compounds are on the Community Right-To-Know List.
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Safety Profile
Safety: DANGER: POISON, causes cyanosis; skin, eye, lung irritation
Hazard Codes : Xn,Xi (Harmful; Irritant)
Risk Statements : 20/21/22-36/37/38-20/21/22/36/37/39 (Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed; Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin)
Safety Statements : 26-36/37/39-38-26/36/37/39 (In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice; Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection; In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment)
RIDADR : 3276
WGK Germany : 3
RTECS : AL8090000
Hazard Note : Irritant
HazardClass : 6.1
PackingGroup : III
Poison by intravenous route. See also
BROMIDES and
NITRILES. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of Br
−, NO
x, and CN
−.
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Standards and Recommendations
PURITY: 98.0% min
4-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE Specification
Storage: Keep containers tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.