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4-Methylpentanenitrile, with the CAS number 542-54-1, is an organic compound classified as a nitrile. It features a five-carbon chain with a cyano group (-CN) attached to the fourth carbon and a methyl group (-CH3) on the second carbon. This structure gives it a branched configuration, contributing to its unique physical and chemical properties. 4-Methylpentanenitrile is typically a colorless liquid at room temperature and has a moderate boiling point, indicative of its molecular weight and structure. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to the hydrophobic nature of the carbon chain. The compound is used in various chemical syntheses and may serve as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. As with many nitriles, it can exhibit toxicity and should be handled with care, following appropriate safety protocols. Its reactivity is influenced by the presence of the cyano group, which can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and hydrolysis.

4-Methylpentanenitrile

542-54-1: 4-Methylpentanenitrile, with the CAS number 542-54-1, is an organic compound classified as a nitrile. It features a five-carbon chain with a cyano group (-CN) attached to the fourth carbon and a methyl group (-CH3) on the second carbon. This structure gives it a branched configuration, contributing to its unique physical and chemical properties. 4-Methylpentanenitrile is typically a colorless liquid at room temperature and has a moderate boiling point, indicative of its molecular weight and structure. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to the hydrophobic nature of the carbon chain. The compound is used in various chemical syntheses and may serve as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. As with many nitriles, it can exhibit toxicity and should be handled with care, following appropriate safety protocols. Its reactivity is influenced by the presence of the cyano group, which can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and hydrolysis.

CAS 542-54-1

4-Methylpentanenitrile

Isocapronitrile

Ref: 3B-M0458

4-Methylpentanenitrile

Ref: 54-OR1003408