674-81-7

Name NITROSOGUANIDINE
CAS 674-81-7
Molecular Formula CH4N4O
MDL Number MFCD00059593
Molecular Weight 88.07
MOL File 674-81-7.mol

Chemical Properties

Appearance Pale-yellow, crystalline powder.
Melting point  165 °C
Boiling point  163°C (rough estimate)
density  1.82±0.1 g/cm3(Predicted)
refractive index  1.6650 (estimate)
form  A solid
pka 2.27±0.70(Predicted)
Uses
An initiating explosive.

Safety Data

Risk Statements 
Safety Statements 
RIDADR  1325
Safety Profile
Poison by intraperitoneal route. Many N-nitroso compounds are carcinogens. An explosive. Dangerous when stored in sealed containers as it decomposes to release nitrogen. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NOx. See also N-NITROSO COMPOUNDS and EXPLOSIVES, HIGH.
Toxicity
LDLo ipr-mus: 21 mg/kg TXAPA9 23,288,72

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