4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile

4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile - Names and Identifiers

Name	4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile
Synonyms	NSC 163159 4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile 4-(dimethylamino)butanenitrile 4-(DIMETHYLAMINO)BUTYRONITRILE Butanenitrile, 4-(dimethylamino)-
CAS	13989-82-7
EINECS	237-788-2
InChI	InChI=1/C6H12N2/c1-8(2)6-4-3-5-7/h3-4,6H2,1-2H3

4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C6H12N2
Molar Mass	112.17
Density	0.874±0.06 g/cm3 (20 ºC 760 Torr)
Boling Point	85°C/ 25mm
Flash Point	60.0±11.9℃
Vapor Presure	0.85mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	clear liquid
Color	Colorless to Almost colorless
pKa	9.04±0.28(Predicted)
Storage Condition	under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C
Refractive Index	1.4276 (589.3 nm 20℃

4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols	C - Corrosive
UN IDs	UN 1993 3/PG III
Hazard Class	CORROSIVE
Packing Group	III

4-(Dimethylamino)butyronitrile - Introduction

4-Dimethylamino-n-butyronitrile is an organic compound with the chemical formula C5H11N. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: 4-Dimethylamino N-butyronitrile is a colorless to pale yellow liquid.
-Solubility: It is partially soluble in water and soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ethers.

Use:
-As a chemical synthesis intermediate: 4-Dimethylamino N-butyronitrile can be used to produce chemical products in the fields of rubber, plastics, pesticides and medicine.
-Reaction reagent: It is commonly used as an amination reagent in organic synthesis reactions and is used to synthesize other compounds.

Preparation Method:
The preparation method of-4-dimethylamino-n-butyronitrile is usually obtained by reacting dimethylamine with bromobutane. The reaction is generally carried out under an inert atmosphere and a basic material is used as a catalyst.

Safety Information:
-4-Dimethylamino N-butyronitrile is generally non-toxic to the human body under normal use conditions, but it may cause irritation and corrosion to the skin and eyes. Therefore, wear protective gloves and goggles when operating it, and ensure that the operation is carried out in a well-ventilated area.
-When handling 4-dimethylamino-n-butyronitrile, avoid direct contact with skin and eyes, and pay attention to prevent inhalation or intake.
-During storage and handling, it should be kept in a closed container, away from high temperature, fire and oxidizing agents.

Please note that laboratory safety procedures should always be followed when using and handling chemical substances, and refer to the safety data form (SDS) of chemicals for more detailed safety information.

Last Update：2024-04-09 20:48:19