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tert-Butyl cyanoacetate

Also known as: tert-Butyl 2-cyanoacetate, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl cyanoacetate, Cyanoacetic acid tert-butyl ester, Acetic acid, 2-cyano-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, Acetic acid, cyano-, tert-butyl ester, EINECS 214-243-7, MFCD00001938, tert-Butylcyanacetat

tert-Butyl cyanoacetate (CAS 1116-98-9) 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 107-108ºC, a boiling point of 194.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 79.0±5.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1116-98-9
Jingsj CID
J-3395-4
Molecular Formula
C7H11NO2
Molecular Weight
141.168 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point107-108ºC
Boiling Point194.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point79.0±5.2 °C
Exact Mass141.078979
PSA50.09000
LogP0.76
Vapor Pressure0.4±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.426

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed

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 cyanoacetate?

The CAS number of tert-Butyl cyanoacetate is 1116-98-9.

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

tert-Butyl cyanoacetate has molecular formula C7H11NO2 and molecular weight 141.168 g/mol.

Is tert-Butyl cyanoacetate hazardous?

tert-Butyl cyanoacetate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

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

For tert-Butyl cyanoacetate, Upstream Products: Cyanoacetic acid, tert-Butanol, tert-Butyl bromoacetate; Downstream Products: tert-butyl 2-amino-4,5-dimethylthiophene-3-carboxylate, tert-butyl 2-aminothiophene-3-carboxylate, 2-Cyano-N-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetamide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "tert-Butyl cyanoacetate (CAS 1116-98-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-3395-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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