Bromoacetonitrile, 97%

Name: Bromoacetonitrile, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009695

About Bromoacetonitrile, 97%

Listed under CAS 590-17-0, Bromoacetonitrile is a nitrile building block available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 97%. Its molecular formula is C2H2BrN and its molecular weight is 119.95 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-bromoacetonitrile. Alternative names: Acetonitrile, bromo- and Cyanomethyl bromide.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to yellow to orange liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 60-62 °C and a density of 1.722 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 8 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, Bromoacetonitrile is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Bromoacetonitrile, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009695
CAS Number	590-17-0
IUPAC name	2-bromoacetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₂H₂BrN
Molecular weight	119.95 g/mol
Exact mass	118.9371
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	REXUYBKPWIPONM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C#N)Br
PubChem CID	11534

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow to orange liquid
Boiling point	60-62 °C
Density	1.722 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	Acetonitrile, bromo-, Cyanomethyl bromide, Bromomethyl cyanide, C2H2BrN, 2-Bromoacetonitrile, Bromoacetonitrile, bromo acetonitrile, bromo-acetonitrile, 2-bromoethanenitrile, alpha-Bromoacetonitrile, bromo acetonitril, cyanomethylbromide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H330Fatal if inhaled
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Bromoacetonitrile, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Bromoacetonitrile, 97% is 590-17-0. It is also known as Acetonitrile, bromo-, Cyanomethyl bromide, Bromomethyl cyanide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bromoacetonitrile, 97%?

Bromoacetonitrile, 97% has the molecular formula C2H2BrN and a molecular weight of 119.95 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-bromoacetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of Bromoacetonitrile, 97% can I order?

We supply Bromoacetonitrile, 97% in (97%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Bromoacetonitrile, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Bromoacetonitrile, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Bromoacetonitrile, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Bromoacetonitrile, 97% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.