Cyanoacetate - Names and Identifiers
Cyanoacetate - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C3H2NO2-
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| Molar Mass | 84.05348 |
Cyanoacetate - Introduction
Cyanoacetate is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH3C(CN)OCH3. The following is a brief description of the nature, use, formulation and safety information of Cyanoacetate:
Nature:
-Appearance: Cyanoacetate is usually a colorless liquid or solid.
-Solubility: It can be partially dissolved in water, and has better solubility in organic solvents.
-Stability: It is relatively stable at room temperature, but it can be dangerous under the action of high temperature, fire source or oxygen.
-Reactivity: Cyanoacetate can generate cyanate and alcohol through hydrolysis reaction, and can also generate the corresponding esterification product through reaction with organic acids.
Use:
-as an intermediate in Organic Synthesis: Cyanoacetate can be used as an important intermediate in organic synthesis for the synthesis of other organic compounds, such as pharmaceuticals, dyes, pesticides, etc.
Method:
There are many ways to prepare Cyanoacetate, one of the more common is by reacting cyanide with acetate:
CH3COOC2H5 NaCN → CH3C(CN)OCH3 NaOC2H5
Safety Information:
Cyanoacetate is toxic to humans and may be a health hazard by contact, inhalation or ingestion.
-Contact: Cyanoacetate may irritate the skin and eyes, causing inflammation and irritation.
-Inhalation: Inhalation of Cyanoacetate vapor or gas may cause discomfort in the throat and lungs, and cause difficulty in breathing and chest tightness.
-Ingestion: Ingestion of Cyanoacetate may cause poisoning and damage to the digestive system.
Therefore, when handling Cyanoacetate, protective measures should be taken, such as wearing protective gloves, glasses and respiratory protective equipment. When disposing of waste, local laws and regulations should be strictly followed and properly disposed.
Last Update：2024-04-09 20:48:19