Succinonitrile

 ( Alkanedinitriles ) 

Succinonitrile, also butanedinitrile, is a nitrile, with the chemical formula of C₂H₄(CN)₂. It is a colorless waxy solid which melts at 58 °C.

Succinonitrile is produced by the addition of hydrogen cyanide to acrylonitrile (hydrocyanation):

CH₂=CHCN + HCN → NCCH₂CH₂CN

Hydrogenation of succinonitrile yields putrescine (1,4-diaminobutane).

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Applications Succinonitrile may find applications as the "solvent" (while still in its waxy state) in lithium batteries.

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See also

• Malononitrile - A di-nitrile with 3 carbon atoms
• Glutaronitrile - A di-nitrile with 5 carbon atoms
• Adiponitrile - A di-nitrile with 6 carbon atoms

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External links

• WebBook page for C4H4N2
• CDC - NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

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