Name | OCTANENITRILE |
Synonyms | OCTANENITRILE N-OCTYL NITRILE N-OCTANONITRILE N-HEPTYL CYANIDE caprylic nitrile N-CAPRYLIC NITRILE Heptyl cyanide,Caprylonitrile |
CAS | 124-12-9 |
EINECS | 204-682-2 |
Molecular Formula | C8H15N |
Molar Mass | 125.21 |
Density | 0.814 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
Melting Point | −45 °C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 198-200 °C(lit.) |
Flash Point | 165 °F |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.42(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | EPA Chemical Substance Information Octanenitrile (124-12-9) |
Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful |
Risk Codes | 20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
Safety Description | 36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. |
UN IDs | 3276 |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | RG9700300 |
TSCA | Yes |
Hazard Class | 6.1(b) |
Packing Group | III |
Toxicity | LD50 orl-mus: 1764 mg/kg ARTODN 55,47,84 |
BRN | 1744063 |
production method |
It is prepared by dehydration of ammonium caprylate soap to obtain amide and then dehydration. |
category | toxic substances |
toxicity classification | Poisoning |
acute toxicity | oral-mouse LD50: 1764 mg/kg |
flammability hazard characteristics | Open flame is combustible; combustion releases toxic nitrogen oxide smoke |
storage and transportation characteristics | The warehouse is ventilated and dry at low temperature; it is stored separately from oxidants, acids, and food additives |
fire extinguishing agent | dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide, sand. |