Benzofuran-3-acetonitrile
[CAS 52407-43-9]

Identification

• Name: Benzofuran-3-acetonitrile
• Synonyms: Benzo[b]furan-3-acetonitrile
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₇NO
• Molecular Weight: 157.17
• CAS Registry Number: 52407-43-9
• EC Number: 621-665-9

Properties

• Melting point: 38-42 °C
• Boiling point: 120 °C (0.5 mmHg)

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: Xn
• Risk Statements: R20/21/22;R36/37/38
• Safety Statements: S22;S26;S36/37/39

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	4	H302
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H301
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H331
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	3	H311