Hydrogen Cyanide laser cleaning visualization showing process effects
Todd Dunning
Todd DunningMAUnited States
Optical Materials for Laser Systems
Published
Jan 6, 2026

Hydrogen Cyanide Compound

Hydrogen Cyanide Compound safety information for laser cleaning. Health hazards, exposure limits, and protective equipment requirements.

Chemical Properties

Chemical Identity

CAS Number
74-90-8
Formula
HCN
Molecular Weight
27.03 g/mol

Health Effects

Cellular Asphyxiation
Yes
Rapid Unconsciousness
Yes
Respiratory Failure
Yes
Fatal At High Dose
Yes

Source Contaminants

Contaminants that generate this compound during laser cleaning

Source Materials

Materials that may release this compound when laser cleaned
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