Tetramethylsuccinonitrile
| Tetramethylsuccinonitrile[1] | |
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| IUPAC name 2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutanedinitrile[citation needed] | |
| Other names Tetramethyl butanedinitrile[citation needed] | |
| Identifiers | |
| Abbreviations | TMSN[2] |
| CAS number | 3333-52-6  |
| PubChem | 18745 |
| ChemSpider | 17700  |
| UNII | 116XMU2GHK |
| MeSH | tetramethylsuccinonitrile |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C8H12N2 |
| Molar mass | 136.19 g mol−1 |
| Appearance | Colourless crystals |
| Density | 1.07 g mL−1 |
| Melting point | 169.1 °C; 336.3 °F; 442.2 K |
| Thermochemistry | |
| Std enthalpy of formation ΔfH |
13.6–16.2 kJ mol−1 |
| Std enthalpy of combustion ΔcH |
−4.8767–−4.8793 MJ mol−1 |
| Related compounds | |
| Related alkanenitriles | |
| Related compounds | DBNPA |
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| Infobox references | |
Tetramethylsuccinonitrile or TMSN is an organic compound with the formula (C(CH3)2CN)2. Classified as a di[nitrile]], it is a colorless and odorless solid. TMSN is the by-product from the use of some radical initiators used in polymer manufacture.[3]
TMSN is derived from 2,2'-azobis-isobutyronitrile:
- (NC(CH3)2CN)2 → (C(CH3)2CN)2 + N2
AIBN is a common radical initiator in the manufacture of polyvinyl chloride polymers.
Safety considerations
Because PVC is pervasive and can contain TMSN, the safety aspects of this dinitrile has generated interest.[4]
Symptoms of large or short exposure to this substance include convulsions, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting or even unconsciousness, hence affects central nervous system.
In regards to occupational exposures, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health have set limits for dermal exposure at 3 mg/m3 over an eight-hour time-weighted average.[2]
References
- ↑ "TETRAMETHYL SUCCINONITRILE". International Chemistry Safety Cards. Vermont Safety Information Resources Inc. Retrieved 14 June 2012.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Tetramethyl succinonitrile". NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved 15 November 2013.
- ↑ Polymeric Materials Encyclopedia, Joseph C. Salamone, 1996, CRC Press, ISBN 0-8493-2470-X
- ↑ Ishiwata, H; Inoue T, Yoshihira K. (July 1987). "Tetramethylsuccinonitrile in polyvinyl chloride products for food and its release into food-simulating solvents". Z Lebensm Unters Forsch. 185 (1): 39–42. PMID 3617937