Cyanamide

Also known as: 2-cyanomide, CARBODIIMIDE, CYANAMID, CYANAMIDE F1000, Carbamonitrile, Carbodiamide, Cyanamide,stabilized, Dormex, EINECS 206-992-3, MFCD00007572, N-Cyanoamine, USAF ek-1995, alzogur, amino-cyanide, aminocarbonitrile, cyanamide, cyano-amine, hydrogen cyanamide, hydrogencyanamid, tsaks

Cyanamide (CAS 420-04-2) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH2N2 and a molecular weight of 42.040 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 45-46 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 258.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 1.2±22.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 420-04-2
Jingsj CID: J-1326663-7
Molecular Formula: CH₂N₂
Molecular Weight: 42.040 g/mol
Category: Organic Bases
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	45-46 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	258.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	1.2±22.6 °C
Exact Mass	42.021797
PSA	49.81000
LogP	-0.82
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.397
Additional Property	775 g/L

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger

H301 — Toxic if swallowed
H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Cyanamide?

The CAS number of Cyanamide is 420-04-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cyanamide?

Cyanamide has molecular formula CH2N2 and molecular weight 42.040 g/mol.

Is Cyanamide hazardous?

Cyanamide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Cyanamide?

For Cyanamide, Upstream Products: Ammonia, Calcium cyanamide, Water; Downstream Products: Formic Acid, Ammonia, 1-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)guanidine.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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