Dicyandiamide, 98%

Name: Dicyandiamide, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009706

About Dicyandiamide, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Dicyandiamide (Synthesis grade), a nitrile building block registered under CAS number 461-58-5, specified at 98% purity. Its molecular formula is C2H4N4 and its molecular weight is 84.08 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-cyanoguanidine. Common synonyms include Cyanoguanidine and dicyanodiamide.

The material typically appears as white powder or crystalline or chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 208-211 °C and a density of 1.4 g/cm3. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Dicyandiamide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dicyandiamide, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009706
CAS Number	461-58-5
IUPAC name	2-cyanoguanidine
Molecular formula	C₂H₄N₄
Molecular weight	84.08 g/mol
Exact mass	84.0436
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29262000
InChIKey	QGBSISYHAICWAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(#N)N=C(N)N
PubChem CID	10005

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder or crystalline or chunks
Melting point	208-211 °C
Density	1.4 g/cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	88.2 Å²
Synonyms	Cyanoguanidine, dicyanodiamide, N-cyanoguanidine, 1-cyanoguanidine, Guanidine-1-carbonitrile, dicyandiamin, Didin, DCD, Dicy, Pyroset DO, Epicure DICY 7, Epicure DICY 15

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, 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

Other grades of CAS 461-58-5

Reference Standard

Metformin Impurity A

CAS: 461-58-5
Formula: C₂H₄N₄
MW: 84.08 g/mol

VQ-005259

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dicyandiamide, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Dicyandiamide, 98% is 461-58-5. It is also known as Cyanoguanidine, dicyanodiamide, N-cyanoguanidine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dicyandiamide, 98%?

Dicyandiamide, 98% has the molecular formula C2H4N4 and a molecular weight of 84.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-cyanoguanidine.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dicyandiamide, 98% can I order?

We supply Dicyandiamide, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dicyandiamide, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Dicyandiamide, 98% 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 Dicyandiamide, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dicyandiamide, 98% is classified as hazardous, 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.