6635-29-6

Basic information

• Product Name: N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine
• CAS NO: 6635-29-6
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₈N₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 128.1292
• Mol File: 6635-29-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 230.6°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 93.3°C
• Density: 1.45g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.0124mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.616
• CAS DataBase Reference: N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine(6635-29-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine(6635-29-6)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 6635-29-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of organic nitrosamines. It is a highly reactive and potentially hazardous compound that is not found naturally in the environment. This chemical is known to be a powerful mutagen and is classified as a probable human carcinogen.

Uses

Used in Research Applications:
N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine is used as a research chemical for studying the mutagenic and carcinogenic properties of nitrosamines. It is commonly used in laboratory settings to investigate the mechanisms of action and potential health risks associated with this class of compounds.
Used in Toxicology Studies:
Due to its classification as a probable human carcinogen, N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine is also used in toxicology studies to understand the effects of exposure to such compounds on human health and the environment.
Used in Regulatory Compliance:
N-hydroxy-2-nitrosocyclopent-1-en-1-amine may be used in regulatory compliance testing to ensure that products and materials do not contain harmful levels of nitrosamines, which could pose a risk to public health.

Upstream product

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Downstream Products

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