Cyanoacetic acid, 99%

Name: Cyanoacetic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008444

About Cyanoacetic acid, 99%

Cyanoacetic acid (CAS 372-09-8) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at ≥98% purity. The compound has the formula C3H3NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 85.06 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-cyanoacetic acid. It is also known as Acetic acid, cyano- or Malonic mononitrile.

The material typically appears as white to off-white crystalline powder, crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 64-70 °C and a boiling point of 108 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, dyes and pigments manufacture and solar and photovoltaic research. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and textiles and dyeing.

We offer Cyanoacetic acid in 25 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Dyes & pigments manufacture
Solar & photovoltaic research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cyanoacetic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008444
CAS Number	372-09-8
IUPAC name	2-cyanoacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₃H₃NO₂
Molecular weight	85.06 g/mol
Exact mass	85.0164
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29269000
InChIKey	MLIREBYILWEBDM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C#N)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	9740

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder, crystals
Melting point	64-70 °C
Boiling point	108 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	61.1 Å²
UN number	UN 3261
Synonyms	Acetic acid, cyano-, Malonic mononitrile, Acide cyanacetique, Malonic acid mononitrile, Monocyanoacetic acid, cyanoethanoic acid, Kyselina kyanoctova, Acetic acid, 2-cyano-, cyanacetic acid, cyano acetic acid, cyano-acetic acid, alphacyanoacetic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302+H332Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Synthesis

Cyanoacetic acid, 98%

CAS: 372-09-8
Formula: C₃H₃NO₂
MW: 85.06 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cyanoacetic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Cyanoacetic acid, 99% is 372-09-8. It is also known as Acetic acid, cyano-, Malonic mononitrile, Acide cyanacetique.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cyanoacetic acid, 99%?

Cyanoacetic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C3H3NO2 and a molecular weight of 85.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-cyanoacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cyanoacetic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Cyanoacetic acid, 99% in (≥98%) grade, in 25 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cyanoacetic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Cyanoacetic acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cyanoacetic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cyanoacetic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 3261), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.