CAS 1023649-51-5

4-Hydrazinyl-2-methylbenzonitrile

Description:

4-Hydrazinyl-2-methylbenzonitrile is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a hydrazine functional group and a nitrile group attached to a methyl-substituted aromatic ring. Its molecular structure features a benzene ring with a methyl group at the ortho position relative to the hydrazinyl group, which contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in various chemical reactions. The hydrazine moiety is known for its ability to act as a reducing agent and can participate in condensation reactions, making this compound of interest in synthetic organic chemistry. The nitrile group, on the other hand, is a versatile functional group that can undergo hydrolysis, reduction, or nucleophilic addition, further enhancing the compound's reactivity. 4-Hydrazinyl-2-methylbenzonitrile may exhibit biological activity, which could be explored for pharmaceutical applications. As with many hydrazine derivatives, safety precautions should be taken due to potential toxicity and reactivity. Overall, this compound represents a valuable building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules.

Formula: C₈H₉N₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9N3/c1-6-4-8(11-10)3-2-7(6)5-9/h2-4,11H,10H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ZAWYJBPSHRWJJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(N)C1=CC(C)=C(C#N)C=C1

Synonyms:

• Benzonitrile, 4-hydrazinyl-2-methyl-
• 4-Hydrazinyl-2-methylbenzonitrile

Benzonitrile, 4-hydrazinyl-2-methyl-

CAS: 1023649-51-5

Formula: C₈H₉N₃

Molecular weight: 147.1772

Ref: IN-DA00079H