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methyl 2-cyanoacrylate
under Cyanoacrylates
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Cyanoacrylates
Definition
: A group of compounds having the general formula CH2=C(CN)-COOR; it polymerizes on contact with moisture; used as tissue adhesive; higher homologs have hemostatic and antibacterial properties.
Other names
Cyanoacrylate
Substance
CAS Registry & name
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Source
Drugs
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methyl 2-cyanoacrylate [ methylcyanoacrylate ]
structure
137-05-3 2-
cyanoacrylic acid, methyl ester
*Cyanoacrylates
Pharma Action
Tissue Adhesives
Am J Obstet Gynecol 1980;136(7):951; J Prosthet Dent 1980;43(2):143