metaphthalonitrile
Metaphthalonitrile, also known as 1,3-dicyanobenzene, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H4N2. It is a dinitrile, meaning it contains two nitrile (-CN) functional groups. In metaphthalonitrile, these nitrile groups are attached to a benzene ring in a meta (1,3) position relative to each other.
This colorless solid typically appears as crystalline powder and has a molecular weight of 128.13 g/mol. Its
Metaphthalonitrile serves as a precursor and intermediate in the synthesis of various organic compounds. Its reactive