Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of butyl 2-cyanoacetate (CAS: 5459-58-5)?
Answer
Butyl 2-cyanoacetate (CAS: 5459-58-5) is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 148.23 g/mol. It has a pungent odor and is soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol, acetone, and ethyl acetate. Chemically, it is reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo hydrolysis and condensation reactions. It has a melting point of -30°C and a boiling point of 108°C.
About
CAS No
5459-58-5
English Name
butyl 2-cyanoacetate
Molecular Formula
C7H11NO2
Molecular Weight
130.19 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCOC(=O)CC#N
InChIKey
BTMVHUNTONAYDX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
