Ben-zyl Cy-anide Specification
- Properties
- Benzyl Cyanide also known as phenylacetonitrile, is a colorless to pale yellow oily liquid with a faint aromatic odor. It is an aromatic nitrile valued as a chemical intermediate but must be handled carefully due to its toxicity and irritant properties
- Usage
- Benzyl Cyanide is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances. It serves as a precursor for compounds such as amphetamines, penicillin derivatives, and perfumes.
- Appearance
- Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
- Solubility
- Alcohol,acetone,ether,chloroform
- Molecular Weight
- 117.15 g/mol Grams (g)
About Ben-zyl Cy-anide
Benzyl Cyanideappears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a faint aromatic odor. Benzyl Cyanide is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances.