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Cyanoacetamide

Also known as 2-Cyanoacetamide, Acetamide, 2-cyano-, Cyanacetamide

CAS 107-91-5Formula C3H4N2OMolar mass 84.08 g/molEC 203-531-8
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 34 suppliers listed
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Cyanoacetamide chemical structure, C3H4N2O, CAS 107-91-5
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Needles from alcohol
Melting point
119.5 °C
Boiling point
BP: DECOMPOSES
Solubility
1 G DISSOLVES IN 6.5 ML COLD WATER, 1.3 G @ 0 °C IN 100 ML OF 95% ALCOHOL, 3.1 G @ 26 °C…
HS code
292690
Category
Impurities and reference standards
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What is Cyanoacetamide?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

cyanoacetamide has been reported in Apis.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
2-cyanoacetamide
CAS number
107-91-5 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
203-531-8
Molecular formula
C3H4N2O
UNII
YBK38G2YXH
MDL number
MFCD00008024
InChIKey
DGJMPUGMZIKDRO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H4N2O/c4-2-1-3(5)6/h1H2,(H2,5,6)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(C#N)C(=O)N

Synonyms

  • 2-Cyanoacetamide
  • Acetamide, 2-cyano-
  • Cyanacetamide
  • Malonamide nitrile
  • Malonamonitrile
  • Nitrilomalonamide
  • 3-Nitrilo-propionamide
  • Cyanoiminoacetic acid
  • Kyanacetamid
  • USAF KF-14
  • Propionamide nitrile
  • Amid kyseliny kyanoctove
  • Malonic acid, monoamide mononitrile
  • Propionamide, 3-nitrilo-
  • 2-cyano-acetamide
  • alpha-Cyanoacetamide
  • cyano acetamide
  • 2-cyanoethanamide
  • 2-cyano acetamide
  • Milrinone Impurity T
  • CAA
  • Kyanacetamid (czech)
  • Amid kyseliny kyanoctove (czech)
  • 2-cyanoacetamid
  • cyanoacetic amide
Show all 30 synonyms
  • XHD
  • alpha-cyano-acetamide
  • Cyanoacetamide, 99%
  • 2-cyanoacetamide (en)acetamide, 2-cyano- (en)
  • Propanedioic acid,monoamide,mononitrile malonic acid,monoamide,mononitrile

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Needles from alcoholexp.
Melting point
119.5 °Cexp.
Boiling point
BP: DECOMPOSESexp.
Solubility
1 G DISSOLVES IN 6.5 ML COLD WATER, 1.3 G @ 0 °C IN 100 ML OF 95% ALCOHOL, 3.1 G @ 26 °C IN 100 ML OF 95% ALCOHOL, 7.0 G @ 44 °C IN 100 ML OF 95% ALCOHOL, 14.0 G @ 62 °C IN 100 ML OF 95% ALCOHOL, 21.5 G @ 71 °C IN 100 ML OF 95% ALCOHOLexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
84.08 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
84.0324 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.61calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.88 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.33calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements (19)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

In organic syntheses (eg starting material for vitamin b6 synthesis).

How it is made

Prepared by action of aq or alcoholic ammonia on cyanoacetic ester: hesse, am chem j 18, 724 (1896), thole, thorpe, j chem soc 99, 429 (1911), ott, lopmann, ber 55, 1258 (1922), corson et al, org syn coll vol i (2nd ed, 1941) p 179.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cyanoacetamide is traded under.

HS 2926.90Indicative HS code

Nitrile-function compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$2.15B
−13.5% vs 2023, imports $2.17B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China35.6%
  2. France * partner reported12.7%
  3. India * partner reported11.2%
Top importers
  1. United States13.6%
  2. China12.4%
  3. Brazil11.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Cyanoacetamide is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cyanoacetamide, based on the data on this page

What is Cyanoacetamide?

cyanoacetamide has been reported in Apis.

What is the CAS number of Cyanoacetamide?

The CAS registry number of Cyanoacetamide is 107-91-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cyanoacetamide?

The molecular formula of Cyanoacetamide is C3H4N2O and its molar mass is 84.08 g/mol.

What is Cyanoacetamide used for?

In organic syntheses (eg starting material for vitamin b6 synthesis).

Is Cyanoacetamide hazardous?

Cyanoacetamide carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cyanoacetamide?

Cyanoacetamide is usually classified under HS code 292690 (Nitrile-function compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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