Benzyl cyanide is an organic compound, which is also termed as benzyl nitrile or phenylacetonitrile. It is synthesized using benzyl chloride and sodium cyanide, and is offered as a colorless oily liquid. It finds application as a solvent and is also used in synthesis of pharmaceuticals, dyes, perfumes, and fragrances. Benzyl cyanide is majorly used in pharmaceutical industry for synthesis of various medicines such as analgesics, antiarrhythmics, antidepressants, antihistamines, antimalarial ... Read more
