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5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile

Also known as: 5-amino-2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-4-carbonitrile, 5-amino-2-methyl-4-oxazolecarbonitrile, 2-methyl-5-aminooxazole-4-carbonitrile, NSC 133684, 4-oxazolecarbonitrile, 5-amino-2-methyl-, 5-azanyl-2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-4-carbonitrile

5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile (CAS 5098-16-8) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H5N3O and a molecular weight of 123.11300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 5-6ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 187ºC(lit.), a density of 1.29 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 85.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
5098-16-8
Jingsj CID
J-848721-6
Molecular Formula
C5H5N3O
Molecular Weight
123.11300 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point5-6ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point187ºC(lit.)
Density1.29 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point85.0 °C
Exact Mass123.04300
PSA75.84000
LogP1.01808
Vapor Pressure0.3 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.480(lit.)
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile?

The CAS number of 5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile is 5098-16-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile?

5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile has molecular formula C5H5N3O and molecular weight 123.11300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile?

For 5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-Aminomalononitrile 4-methylbenzenesulfonate, Acetyl chloride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Amino-2-methyloxazole-4-carbonitrile (CAS 5098-16-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-848721-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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