4-cyano-benzoyl chloride, CAS No. 6068-72-0

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6068-72-0

Catalog No. EBD18228

CAS 6068-72-0

Name 4-cyano-benzoyl chloride

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 4-Cyanobenzoylchloride 4-Cyan-benzoicacidchloride 4-(Chlorocarbonyl)benzonitrile 4-cyanobenzoicchloride 4-cyanpbenzoylchloride 4-cyano-benzoylchloride p-cyanobenzoylchloride 4-cyanobenzoicacidchloride benzoylchloride,p-cyano-(6ci,7ci,8ci)

Molecular Formula: C8H4ClNO

Molecular Weight: 165.58

MDL Number: MFCD00001822

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Cyano Compounds Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds

Product Description:

4-Cyanobenzoyl chloride is an organic compound featuring both a reactive acyl chloride group and a cyano group on a benzene ring. It is a versatile and widely used organic synthesis building block. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. The highly reactive acyl chloride group readily undergoes reactions with nucleophiles such as amines and alcohols to form amides and esters, respectively. This makes it a crucial precursor for constructing molecules containing the 4-cyanobenzoyl moiety. For example, it is used in the synthesis of certain herbicides and pharmaceutical active ingredients. The compound is typically a solid or low-melting solid and must be handled with care due to its moisture sensitivity and corrosive nature. It reacts violently with water, releasing hydrogen chloride gas.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 68-70 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 110 °C / 2mmHg

Flash Point: 128.9 °C

Density: 1.32 g/cm3

Safety Information

Packing Level: II

Hazard Category: 8

Transport Codes: 3261

Analytical Data

Appearance: almost white to beige crystalline powder