| Name | OCTANENITRILE |
| Synonyms | OCTANENITRILE N-OCTYL NITRILE N-OCTANONITRILE N-HEPTYL CYANIDE caprylic nitrile N-CAPRYLIC NITRILE Heptyl cyanide,Caprylonitrile |
| CAS | 124-12-9 |
| EINECS | 204-682-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H15N |
| Molar Mass | 125.21 |
| Density | 0.814 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | −45 °C(lit.) |
| Boling Point | 198-200 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 165 °F |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.42(lit.) |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | EPA Chemical Substance Information Octanenitrile (124-12-9) |
| Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful![]() |
| Risk Codes | 20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
| Safety Description | 36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. |
| UN IDs | 3276 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | RG9700300 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Hazard Class | 6.1(b) |
| Packing Group | III |
| Toxicity | LD50 orl-mus: 1764 mg/kg ARTODN 55,47,84 |
| BRN | 1744063 |
| production method |
It is prepared by dehydration of ammonium caprylate soap to obtain amide and then dehydration. |
| category | toxic substances |
| toxicity classification | Poisoning |
| acute toxicity | oral-mouse LD50: 1764 mg/kg |
| flammability hazard characteristics | Open flame is combustible; combustion releases toxic nitrogen oxide smoke |
| storage and transportation characteristics | The warehouse is ventilated and dry at low temperature; it is stored separately from oxidants, acids, and food additives |
| fire extinguishing agent | dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide, sand. |