21953-95-7

21953-95-7 - Names and Identifiers

Name	4-Oxo-3-phenyl-pentanenitrile
Synonyms	4-Oxo-3-phenyl-pentanenitrile 4-OXO-3-PHENYL-PENTANENITRILE Hydrocinnamonitrile, b-acetyl- 3-phenyl-4-oxopentane-1-nitrile Benzenepropanenitrile, b-acetyl-
CAS	21953-95-7

21953-95-7 - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C11H11NO
Molar Mass	173.21114
Storage Condition	2-8°C

21953-95-7 - Introduction

It is an organic compound with the chemical formula C11H9NO. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: Colorless or yellowish crystalline solid.
-Melting point: About 40-42 ℃.
-Boiling point: About 298 ℃.
-Density: about 1.15g/cm³.
-Solubility: Soluble in common organic solvents such as alcohols, ethers and ketones.

Use:
-is an important organic synthesis intermediate, which can be used in organic synthesis reactions, such as esterification reactions, Amination Reactions, etc.
-It can also be used to synthesize compounds such as drugs, pesticides and dyes.

Method:
The preparation method is mainly carried out through the following steps:
1. The reaction of benzaldehyde and sodium cyanide to generate benzonitrile.
2. The Benzonitrile is reacted with Chloroacetyl Chloride under alkaline conditions to generate 3-phenylvaleronitrile.
3. Finally, 3-phenylvaleronitrile is reacted with benzophenone peroxide, and the phenol is obtained under the action of an oxidant.

Safety Information:
There is less information available about the safety of the compound, so Laboratory safety specifications and operating procedures should be followed when using and handling this compound. In addition, contact with skin, eyes and other vulnerable tissues must be avoided. Store it in a sealed container, protected from light, dry and well-ventilated conditions. If necessary, it should be used and handled under professional guidance.

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