Chemical Property:
| Molecular Formula | C7H11NO |
| Molar Mass | 125.17 |
| Density | 0.9647 g/cm3 |
| Boling Point | 93-95°C |
| Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Dichloromethane (Slightly) |
| Appearance | Oil |
| Color | Colourless |
| Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
| Hazard Symbols | Xi – Irritant |
| Risk Codes | R20/21/22 – Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R36/37/38 – Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 – In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
| UN IDs | 3276 |
| Hazard Class | IRRITANT |
Introduction
2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE, also known as 2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE, is an organic compound. The following is an introduction to its nature, use, preparation and safety information:
Nature:
-Appearance: 2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE is a colorless liquid.
-Molecular formula: C7H11NO.
-Molecular weight: 2, mol molar mass of 129.17g/mol.
-Melting point: About -45 ℃.
-Boiling point: About 174-176 ℃.
-Solubility: Can be dissolved in organic solvents, such as ether, chloroform and alcohol solvents.
Use:
- 2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE can be used as intermediates in organic synthesis.
-It can be used to synthesize other compounds, such as drugs and pesticides.
- 2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE can also be used to prepare efficient carbamate insecticides.
Method: The synthesis method of
2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE is as follows:
1. First, 2-cyanobutyronitrile is produced by reacting 2-bromobutane with sodium cyanide.
2. Next, the obtained 2-cyanobutyronitrile is reacted with n-butyl lithium to produce acetononitrile.
3. Finally, acetone nitrile is reacted with formaldehyde to generate 2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE.
Safety Information:
- 2,2 DIMETHYL-4-CYANOBUTYRALDEHYDE is irritating and irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
-Wear protective glasses and gloves when using, and make sure to operate in a well-ventilated place.
-If you accidentally come into contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical help.



