334-88-3 Diazomethane

Name: Diazomethane
Synonyms: Azimethylene;Diazirine; Diazomethane; Diazonium methylide
CAS Number:334-88-3
Molecular Formula:CH2 N2
Molecular Weight:42.05
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Density:g/cm³
Boiling Point:°Cat760mmHg
Flash Point:°C
Safety Description:Confirmed carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data. A poisonous irritant by inhalation. A powerful allergen. It can cause pulmonary edema and frequently causes hypersensitivity leading to asthmatic symptoms. Mutation data reported. Highly explosive when shocked, exposed to heat, or by chemical reaction. Undiluted liquid or gas may explode on contact with alkali metals, rough surfaces, heat (100°C), high-intensity light, or shock. When heated to decomposition or on contact with acid or acid fumes it emits highly toxic fumes of NO_x. Incompatible with alkali metals; calcium sulfate.

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For occupational chemical analysis use NIOSH: Diazomethane, 2515.
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