3-Aminocrotononitrile

Agent Name
3-Aminocrotononitrile
CAS Number
1118-61-2
Formula
C4-H6-N2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
3-Aminocrotononitrile formula graphical representation
Synonyms
2-Butenenitrile, 3-amino-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Nitriles
Description
Slightly yellow flakes; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used to synthesize pyrazolimines; [Ullmann]
Comments
An irritant; A lachrymator; High concentrations can cause serious injury to skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and upper respiratory tract; [MSDSonline] See "NITRILES."
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Adverse Effects

Lachrymator
Yes
Other Poison
Chemical Asphyxiant

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