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Cyanoacetohydrazide

Also known as: Cyanoacetic hydrazide, Cyanoacetic Acid Hydrazide, Cyanoacetylhydrazine, 2-Cyanoacetohydrazide, Cyacetacide, Cyazide, Armazal, Benecid, Cianazil, Dictycide, Dictyzide, Hidacian, Leandin, Mackreazid, Neohydrazid, Reazid, Reacid, Helmox, Malononitrile hydrazide, α-Cyanoacetohydrazide

Cyanoacetohydrazide (CAS 140-87-4) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5N3O and a molecular weight of 99.091 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 108-110 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 405.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 199.1±24.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
140-87-4
Jingsj CID
J-1961268-1
Molecular Formula
C3H5N3O
Molecular Weight
99.091 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point108-110 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point405.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point199.1±24.0 °C
Exact Mass99.043259
PSA78.91000
LogP-2.16
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.480

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2928000090
Summary2928000090 other organic derivatives of hydrazine or of hydroxylamine VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Cyanoacetohydrazide?

The CAS number of Cyanoacetohydrazide is 140-87-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cyanoacetohydrazide?

Cyanoacetohydrazide has molecular formula C3H5N3O and molecular weight 99.091 g/mol.

Is Cyanoacetohydrazide hazardous?

Cyanoacetohydrazide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Cyanoacetohydrazide?

For Cyanoacetohydrazide, Upstream Products: Ethyl cyanoacetate, Methyl cyanoacetate; Downstream Products: 1-Cyanoacetyl-3,5-dimethylpyrazole, Malonic acid, Ammonia.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Cyanoacetohydrazide (CAS 140-87-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1961268-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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