n-Butyl cyanoacetate
Also known as: Butyl cyanoacetate, Butyl 2-cyanoacetate, n-Butyl α-cyanoacetate, Cyanoacetic acid butyl ester, 2-Cyanoacetic acid butyl ester, MFCD00001941, EINECS 226-730-1
n-Butyl cyanoacetate (CAS 5459-58-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 141.168 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -80ºC, a boiling point of 233.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H312 — Harmful in contact with skin, H332 — Harmful if inhaled and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5459-58-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1367017-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H11NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 141.168 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
No offers for this compound yet.
Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -80ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 233.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 87.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 141.078979 |
| PSA | 50.09000 |
| LogP | 1.12 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.427 |
| Additional Property | IMMISCIBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2926909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2926909090 other nitrile-function compounds VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of n-Butyl cyanoacetate?
The CAS number of n-Butyl cyanoacetate is 5459-58-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of n-Butyl cyanoacetate?
n-Butyl cyanoacetate has molecular formula C7H11NO2 and molecular weight 141.168 g/mol.
Is n-Butyl cyanoacetate hazardous?
n-Butyl cyanoacetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of n-Butyl cyanoacetate?
For n-Butyl cyanoacetate, Upstream Products: Cyanoacetic acid, 1-Butanol, Malononitrile; Downstream Products: N-Benzyl-2-cyanoacetamide, 1-Butanol, 2-Cyanoacetamide.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "n-Butyl cyanoacetate (CAS 5459-58-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1367017-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).
Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.