Phthalonitrile, 98%

Product Code.	Quantity	unitSize
11424030	100 g	100g
11417367	250 g	250g
11407367	1000 g	1000g

Product Code. 11424030 Supplier Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar Supplier No. A15071.22

Description

CAS: 91-15-6 | C8H4N2 | 128.13 g/mol

Phthalonitrile is used as an intermediate for chemical synthesis in the production of building blocks for colorants and coatings, life science and agricultural chemicals. And also used as a precursor to phthalocyanine and other pigments, fluorescent brighteners, and photographic sensitizers.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Phthalonitrile is used as an intermediate for chemical synthesis in the production of building blocks for colorants and coatings, life science and agricultural chemicals. And also used as a precursor to phthalocyanine and other pigments, fluorescent brighteners, and photographic sensitizers.

Solubility
Soluble in alcohol and ether.

Notes
Store away from strong oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 91-15-6
• Molecular Formula: C8H4N2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 128.13
• MDL Number: MFCD00001771
• InChI Key: XQZYPMVTSDWCCE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: phthalonitrile, 1,2-dicyanobenzene, o-phthalodinitrile, phthalodinitrile, 1,2-benzenedicarbonitrile, o-dicyanobenzene, 1,2-benzodinitrile, o-pdn, o-cyanobenzonitrile, o-benzenedicarbonitrile
• PubChem CID: 7042
• IUPAC Name: benzene-1,2-dicarbonitrile
• SMILES: N#CC1=CC=CC=C1C#N

• Melting Point: 139°C to 141°C
• Flash Point: 162°C (323°F)
• Quantity: 100 g
• UN Number: UN3439
• Beilstein: 775028
• Solubility Information: Soluble in alcohol and ether.
• Formula Weight: 128.13
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: Phthalonitrile

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Phthalonitrile

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 3
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3

Hazard Statement

• H301-Toxic if swallowed.
• H311-Toxic in contact with skin.
• H331-Toxic if inhaled.
• H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P273-Avoid release to the environment.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contain: o-Phthalodinitrile

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only