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tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate

Also known as: t-Butyl isocyanoacetate, tert-Butyl 2-isocyanoacetate, 2-Isocyanoacetic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, Isocyanoacetic acid tert-butyl ester, CNCH2CO2t-Bu, CNCH2COOt-Bu

tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate (CAS 2769-72-4) 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 141.16800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 50 °C0.1 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.97 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 82 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2769-72-4
Jingsj CID
J-19974-6
Molecular Formula
C7H11NO2
Molecular Weight
141.16800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point50 °C0.1 mm Hg(lit.)
Density0.97 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Flash Point82 °C
Exact Mass141.07900
PSA26.30000
LogP0.47810
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.422

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2926909090
SummaryHS: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 tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate?

The CAS number of tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate is 2769-72-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate?

tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate has molecular formula C7H11NO2 and molecular weight 141.16800 g/mol.

Is tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate hazardous?

tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate?

For tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl chloroacetate, tert-Butyl glycinate; Downstream Products: Bretazenil, tert-Butyl acetate, tert-Butyl 2-isocyano-3-methylbutyrate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "tert-Butyl isocyanoacetate (CAS 2769-72-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-19974-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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