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CAS 4426-11-3

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Cyclobutanecarbonitrile

Description:
Cyclobutanecarbonitrile, with the CAS number 4426-11-3, is an organic compound characterized by a cyclobutane ring attached to a carbonitrile functional group. Its molecular structure consists of a four-membered carbon ring, which contributes to its unique physical and chemical properties. Cyclobutanecarbonitrile is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, exhibiting a relatively low boiling point compared to larger cyclic compounds. The presence of the carbonitrile group (-C≡N) imparts notable reactivity, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The compound is polar due to the electronegative nitrogen atom in the nitrile group, which influences its solubility in polar solvents. Additionally, cyclobutanecarbonitrile may undergo various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and cycloadditions, due to the strain in the cyclobutane ring and the reactivity of the nitrile group. Safety data indicates that it should be handled with care, as with many nitriles, due to potential toxicity and flammability.
Formula:C5H7N
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H7N/c6-4-5-2-1-3-5/h5H,1-3H2
InChI key:InChIKey=GFBLFDSCAKHHGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(#N)C1CCC1
Synonyms:
  • Cyanocyclobutane
  • Cyclobutane Carbonitrile
  • Cyclobutanenitrile
  • Cyclobutyl cyanide
  • Cyclobutanecarbonitrile
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