CAS Number
74-90-8
Synonym
AC; AI3-31100-X; Aero Liquid HCN; Caswell No. 483; Cyclon; Evercyn; Formic anammonide; Formonitrile; HCN; Hydrocyanic acid; Prussic acid; Zaclondiscoids; EPA Pesticide Code: 045801
Occurrence/Use
Precursor to sodium cyanide and potassium cyanide; chemical warfare agent, fumigant, electroplating; organic chemical synthesis; production of nylon, synthetic fibers, dyes, pesticides; component of vehicle exhaust, wood and tobacco smoke. Naturally occurring in fruits with pit.
