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Terephthalonitrile (1,4-Dicyanobenzene)

CAS 623-26-7 · Formula C8H4N2 · MW 128.13 g/mol

Aromatic dinitrile intermediate for polymer and resin synthesis (Plastics & Polymers) Building block for organic photoredox catalysts and fine chemicals (Industrial Manufacturing) Precursor for pharmaceutical and specialty chemical routes (Pharmaceuticals)

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CAS Number
623-26-7
Formula
C8H4N2
Molecular Weight
128.13 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Synthesis Intermediate
Functional Roles
Applications & Use Cases
  • Aromatic dinitrile intermediate for polymer and resin synthesis (Plastics & Polymers)
  • Building block for organic photoredox catalysts and fine chemicals (Industrial Manufacturing)
  • Precursor for pharmaceutical and specialty chemical routes (Pharmaceuticals)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
623-26-7
Molecular Formula
C8H4N2
Molecular Weight
128.13 g/mol
IUPAC Name
benzene-1,4-dicarbonitrile
PubChem CID
InChI Key
BHXFKXOIODIUJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
0.9
Full Description

Aromatic dinitrile intermediate for polymer and resin synthesis (Plastics & Polymers) Building block for organic photoredox catalysts and fine chemicals (Industrial Manufacturing) Precursor for pharmaceutical and specialty chemical routes (Pharmaceuticals)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Terephthalonitrile (1,4-Dicyanobenzene) (CAS 623-26-7)?

Terephthalonitrile (1,4-Dicyanobenzene) (CAS 623-26-7) is a synthesis intermediate agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Aromatic dinitrile intermediate for polymer and resin synthesis (Plastics & Polymers)

What is the molecular formula and weight of Terephthalonitrile (1,4-Dicyanobenzene)?

Molecular formula C8H4N2, molecular weight 128.13 g/mol. IUPAC name: benzene-1,4-dicarbonitrile

Is Terephthalonitrile (1,4-Dicyanobenzene) hazardous?

Yes

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