Cyanoacetic Acid
- CAS Number
- 372-09-8
- HSN Code
- 29269000
- Molecular Formula
- C3H3NO2
- Catalogue Number
- AL1577
- Purity
- ≥ 96%
- Molecular Weight
- 85.06 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Cyanoacetic acid is a monocarboxylic acid that consists of acetic acid bearing a cyano substituent. It is functionally related to an acetic acid.
Also known as 2-Cyanoacetic acid.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1577
- CAS Number
- 372-09-8
- Molecular Formula
- C3H3NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 85.06 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29269000
- Grade
- 96% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 66 °C; Boiling point: 108 °C at 15 mm Hg; Density: greater than 1.1 at 68 °F; Solubility: Sol in water, alcohol, ether; slightly sol in benzene, chloroform.
- Appearance
- Hygroscopic crystals
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 250 gm plastic bottle, 1 Kg plastic bottle
- Storage
- Protect against physical damage. Separate from other storage Store away from any area where fire hazard may be acute.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Cyanoacetic Acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL1577
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 372-09-8
- EC Number
- 206-743-9
- Grade
- 96% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 607-115-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- C3H3NO2
- HSN Code
- 29269000
- Synonyms
- 2-Cyanoacetic acid
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Synthetic intermediate in organic synthesis
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Corr. 1B; Eye Dam. 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 9740 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H332: Harmful if inhaled
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Cyanoacetic Acid
- CAS No.
- 372-09-8
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Flush with water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Flush with water for at least 15 min.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Give large amounts of water; get medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; nausea; headache.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- May emit toxic fumes when heated.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Contain spill and absorb with inert material. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear gloves and eye protection.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Protect against physical damage. Separate from other storage Store away from any area where fire hazard may be acute.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Slightly pungent
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- 66 °C
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 108 °C at 15 mm Hg
- Flash point
- No data available
- Auto-ignition temperature
- No data available
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 0.1 mmHg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- No data available
- Density
- greater than 1.1 at 68 °F
- Solubility
- Sol in water, alcohol, ether; slightly sol in benzene, chloroform
- Log Pow
- -0.76
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidising
- Explosive limits
- No data available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; reacts with strong bases and acids.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxide and hydrogen cyanide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 1500 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 200 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 3261
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 3261
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 3261
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 3261
- UN-No. (RID)
- 3261
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Corrosive solid, n.o.s. (Cyanoacetic acid)
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Corrosive solid, n.o.s. (Cyanoacetic acid)
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Corrosive solid, n.o.s. (Cyanoacetic acid)
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Corrosive solid, n.o.s. (Cyanoacetic acid)
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Corrosive solid, n.o.s. (Cyanoacetic acid)
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Synthesis of intermediates; manuf barbital.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0577C
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 85.06 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | White hygroscopic crystalline powder | White hygroscopic crystalline powder |
| Assay | (Min.) 98.0% | 98.63% |
| Melting point | 67 - 70°C | 68°C |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96% For Synthesis | ≥ 96% | m.p. 66 °C; b.p. 108 °C at 15 mm Hg | ≤ 1% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Sol in water, alcohol, ether; slightly sol in benzene, chloroform |
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