CAS 924-46-9

Methylpropylnitrosamine

Description:

Methylpropylnitrosamine, also known as N-Methyl-N-propyl-N-nitrosamine, is a nitrosamine compound with the CAS number 924-46-9. It is characterized by its chemical structure, which includes a nitroso group (-N=O) attached to a methyl and a propyl group. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. Methylpropylnitrosamine is known for its carcinogenic properties, particularly in laboratory studies involving animal models, where it has been linked to the development of tumors in various organs. It is primarily formed through the reaction of nitrites with secondary amines, which can occur in certain food processing conditions. Due to its potential health risks, the presence of nitrosamines in food and other products is a significant concern, leading to regulatory measures aimed at minimizing exposure. Proper handling and disposal are essential to mitigate its environmental and health impacts.

Formula: C₄H₁₀N₂O

InChI: InChI=1S/C4H10N2O/c1-3-4-6(2)5-7/h3-4H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ITBDKUCVKYSWMF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: N(CCC)(N=O)C

Synonyms:

• 1-Propanamine, N-methyl-N-nitroso-
• Brn 1745070
• Ccris 406
• Methyl-n-propylnitrosamine
• Methylpropylnitrosamine
• Methylpropylnitrosoamine
• N-Methyl-N-nitroso-1-propanamine
• N-Methyl-N-nitrosopropylamine
• N-Methyl-N-propylnitrosamine
• N-Nitroso-N-methyl-1-propanamine
• N-Nitroso-N-methylpropylamine
• N-Nitrosomethyl(N-propyl)amine
• N-Nitrosomethyl-N-propylamine
• N-Nitrosomethylpropylamine
• N-methyl-N-nitrosopropan-1-amine
• Nitrosomethyl-n-propylamine
• Nitrosomethylpropylamine
• Propylamine, N-methyl-N-nitroso-

N-Nitrosomethylpropylamine

CAS: 924-46-9

Formula: C₄H₁₀N₂O

Molecular weight: 102.14

Ref: 4Z-N-103041

Methylpropylnitrosamine

Controlled Product

CAS: 924-46-9

Applications Methylpropylnitrosamine is used in biological studies as human liver microsomal cytochrome P-450 enzymes which are involved in the bioactivation of procarcinogens detected by umu gene response in Salmonella typhimurium TA 1535/pSK1002.
References Shimada, T., et al.: Cancer Res., 48, 3218 (1989);

Formula: C₄H₁₀N₂O

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 102.14

Ref: TR-M327205