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Tetracyanoethylene
Tetracyanoethylene is a highly reactive organic compound used in organic synthesis, particularly as a dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions and in the preparation of conductive polymers. It is a crystalline solid with the molecular formula C6N4 and a molecular weight of 128.09 g/mol. It is classified as dangerous and must be stored at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies tetracyanoethylene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Tetracyanoethylene is a highly reactive organic compound used in organic synthesis, particularly as a dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions and in the preparation of conductive polymers. It is a crystalline solid with the molecular formula C6N4 and a molecular weight of 128.09 g/mol. It is classified as dangerous and must be stored at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies tetracyanoethylene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 670-54-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6N4 |
| Molecular Weight | 128.09 |
| EC / UN Number | 3439 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 29269070 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H300 Fatal if swallowed
- H310 Fatal in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is tetracyanoethylene used for?
Tetracyanoethylene is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of charge-transfer complexes and as a precursor in the synthesis of other organic compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tetracyanoethylene?
The chemical formula is C6N4 and the molecular weight is 128.09 g/mol.
How should tetracyanoethylene be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for tetracyanoethylene?
Molekula supplies tetracyanoethylene in high-purity grade suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply tetracyanoethylene in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply tetracyanoethylene in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a tetracyanoethylene order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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