4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide (C8H7NO)

Looking for routes to 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide? 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide presents a C8 framework, aromatic rings, basic nitrogen. Use the planner with prefilled SMILES, or copy N#CCc1ccc(O)cc1 (CAS 14191-95-8).

Target: 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide
CAS: 14191-95-8
Formula: C8H7NO
Approx. MW: 133.15
SMILES: N#CCc1ccc(O)cc1
PubChem CID: 26548
Approx. carbons: C8

4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide structure

Properties

IUPAC name: 2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile
Common names: 14191-95-8; 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide; 4-Hydroxyphenylacetonitrile; 2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile; (4-Hydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile; Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-hydroxy-; 4-HYDROXYBENZYLCYANIDE; 4-Hydroxybenzeneacetonitrile; 18Q5J224RM; NSC-76080
Molecular weight: 133.15
Exact mass: 133.05
InChIKey: AYKYOOPFBCOXSL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: 72 °C
Boiling point: 329.00 to 330.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide?

4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide has molecular formula C8H7NO. Molecular weight about 133.15 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide?

The CAS Registry Number for 4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide is 14191-95-8.

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