CAS 4549-44-4

Ethylbutylnitrosamine

Description:

Ethylbutylnitrosamine, with the CAS number 4549-44-4, is a nitrosamine compound known for its potential carcinogenic properties. It is formed through the reaction of nitrites with secondary amines, which can occur in various biological and environmental contexts. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid and has a characteristic odor. Ethylbutylnitrosamine is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Its structure consists of an ethyl group and a butyl group attached to a nitrosamine functional group, which contributes to its reactivity and biological activity. Due to its carcinogenic potential, it is of significant concern in toxicology and public health, particularly in relation to food safety and environmental exposure. Research has indicated that exposure to nitrosamines can lead to various forms of cancer, prompting regulatory scrutiny and the need for monitoring in food products and industrial processes. Proper handling and disposal are essential to mitigate risks associated with this compound.

Formula: C₆H₁₄N₂O

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H14N2O/c1-3-5-6-8(4-2)7-9/h3-6H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ZGMCNGHHUQZNIH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(CCCC)(CC)N=O

Synonyms:

• 1-Butanamine, N-ethyl-N-nitroso-
• 1-Butanamine, N-ethyl-N-nitroso- (9CI)
• Aethyl-N-butyl-nitrosoamin [German]
• Aethyl-n-butyl-nitrosoamin
• Brn 2204437
• Butanamine, N-ethyl-N-nitroso-
• Butylamine, N-ethyl-N-nitroso-
• Butylethylnitrosamin
• Butylethylnitrosamin [Czech]
• Butylethylnitrosamine
• Ccris 301
• Ethyl-N-butylnitrosamine
• Ethylbutylnitrosamine
• N-Butyl-N-ethylnitrosamine
• N-Ethyl-N-butylnitrosamine
• N-Ethyl-N-nitroso-1-butanamine
• N-Ethyl-N-nitrosobutylamine
• N-Nitroso-N-butyl-N-ethylamine
• N-Nitroso-N-butylethylamine
• N-Nitrosoethyl-N-butylamine
• N-ethyl-N-nitrosobutan-1-amine
• Nitrosobutylethylamine
• Nitrosoethylbutylamine

N-Nitroso-N-ethylbutylamine

CAS: 4549-44-4

Formula: C₆H₁₄N₂O

Molecular weight: 130.19

Ref: ST-EA-CP-NIT161

N-Nitroso-N-ethylbutylamine

CAS: 4549-44-4

Stability Light Sensitive
Applications A nitrosoamine compound that shows carcinogenic effect.
References Habib, S., et al.: Oncol. Rep., 5, 965 (1998),

Formula: C₆H₁₄N₂O

Color and Shape: Clear Light Yellow

Molecular weight: 130.19

Ref: TR-N525810

N-Nitroso-N-ethylbutylamine-d4

Controlled Product

CAS: 4549-44-4

Formula: C₆D₄H₁₀N₂O

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 134.213

Ref: TR-N525812