Zinc cyanide
Also known as: Zinc cyanide (Zn(CN)2), Dicyanozinc, Zinc dicyanide, dicyano zinc
Zinc cyanide (CAS 557-21-1) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2N2Zn and a molecular weight of 117.41500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 800 °C and a density of 1,85 g/cm3. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H300, H310 and H330 — Fatal if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 557-21-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-31966-4
- Molecular Formula
- C2N2Zn
- Molecular Weight
- 117.41500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 800 °C |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,85 g/cm3 |
| Exact Mass | 115.93500 |
| PSA | 47.58000 |
| LogP | 0.03106 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H300
- H310
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2837199011 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Zinc cyanide?
The CAS number of Zinc cyanide is 557-21-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Zinc cyanide?
Zinc cyanide has molecular formula C2N2Zn and molecular weight 117.41500 g/mol.
Is Zinc cyanide hazardous?
Zinc cyanide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H300; H310; H330 — Fatal if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Zinc cyanide?
For Zinc cyanide, Upstream Products: Mercury cyanide, cyanogen, Zinc acetate; Downstream Products: 5-amino-6-methylpyridine-2-carbonitrile, 4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile, 2-Amino-4-cyanopyrimidine.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Zinc cyanide (CAS 557-21-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-31966-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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