methyl cyanoacetate

methyl cyanoacetate

[′meth·əl ¦sī·ə‚nō′as·ə‚tāt]

(organic chemistry)

CNCH₂COOCH₃ A toxic, combustible, colorless liquid with a boiling point of 203°C; soluble in water, ether, and alcohol; used in pharmaceuticals and dyes.

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