CAS 17640-15-2: Methyl cyanoformate

Description: Methyl cyanoformate is an organic compound characterized by its ester functional group and the presence of both cyano and formate moieties. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. The compound is known for its reactivity, particularly in nucleophilic addition reactions, due to the presence of the cyano group, which can participate in various chemical transformations. Methyl cyanoformate is soluble in organic solvents such as ether and acetone but has limited solubility in water. It is used in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, owing to its ability to serve as a building block in the formation of more complex molecules. Safety precautions are necessary when handling this compound, as it can be toxic and irritant to skin and eyes. Proper storage in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials is essential to maintain its stability and prevent hazardous reactions.

Formula: C₃H₃NO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C3H3NO2/c1-6-3(5)2-4/h1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=OBWFJXLKRAFEDI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N#CC(=O)OC

Synonyms:

• 2-Methoxy-2-oxoacetonitrile
• Brn 1742994
• Carbonocyanidic acid, methyl ester
• Cyanoformate methyl ester
• Cyanoformic acid methyl ester
• Cyklon A
• Cyklon A [Czech]
• Formic acid, cyano-, methyl ester
• Mander's reagent
• Methyl Carbonocyanidate
• Methylester kyseliny kyanmravenci
• Methylester kyseliny kyanmravenci [Czech]
• [(Cyanocarbonyl)oxy]methane
• 3-02-00-01587 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• Methyl cyanoformate
• Methyl cyanoformate

Carbonocyanidic acid, methyl ester

CAS: 17640-15-2

• Formula: C₃H₃NO₂
• Purity: 99%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 85.0614

Methyl Cyanoformate

CAS: 17640-15-2

Applications Methyl cyanoformate is a reagent that is used in the preparation of XEN907, which …

• Formula: C₃H₃NO₂
• Color and Shape: Neat
• Molecular weight: 85.06

Methyl cyanoformate

CAS: 17640-15-2

Methyl cyanoformate is a compound that is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of …

• Formula: C₃H₃NO₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 85.06 g/mol