Cyanoacetic Acid

Name:
Cyanoacetic Acid
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	malonic nitrile
M Formula:	CNCH2COOH
Properties:
White crystals, hygroscopic. Mp 66.1–66.4C; decomposes at 160C. Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether.
Derivation:
Interaction of sodium chloroacetate and potassium cyanide solution.
Hazard:
Toxic by ingestion.
Use:
Organic synthesis.