| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Methyl cyanoacetate | 【Synonyms】
(Methoxycarbonyl)acetonitrile
Acetic acid, cyano-, methyl ester
Cyanoacetic acid methyl ester
Methyl 2-cyanoacetate
Methyl cyanoethanoate | 【CAS】
105-34-0 | 【Formula】
C4H5NO2 | 【Molecular Weight】
99.09 | 【EINECS】
203-288-8 | 【RTECS】
AG4375000 | 【RTECS Class】
Other | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
6120280 | 【Beilstein Reference】
3-03-00-00451 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Light yellow liquid. | 【Solubility in water】
54 g/L | 【Melting Point】
-22.5 | 【Boiling Point】
207 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.98 (20 C) | 【Density】
1.1225 g/cm3 (25C) | 【Vapor Density】
3.4 | 【Refractive Index】
1.4176 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | 【Hazards】
When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36 | 【UN (DOT)】
2810 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
110 | 【Autoignition】
478 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. | 【Upper exp. limit】
13 | 【Fire Potential】
Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
9 | 【Incompatibilities】
Oxidizing agents. | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Decomposition】
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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