Acetyl cyanide, 90%

Name: Acetyl cyanide, 90%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009688

About Acetyl cyanide, 90%

Listed under CAS 631-57-2, Acetyl cyanide is a nitrile building block available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 90%. Its molecular formula is C3H3NO and its molecular weight is 69.06 g/mol. It is also known as Pyruvonitrile or 2-Oxopropionitrile.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to brown liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 92-93 °C and a density of 0.974 g/mL at 25 °C. Store it at 2–8 °C, in a tightly closed container. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Acetyl cyanide in 5 g and 25 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetyl cyanide, 90%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009688
CAS Number	631-57-2
IUPAC name	acetyl cyanide
Molecular formula	C₃H₃NO
Molecular weight	69.06 g/mol
Exact mass	69.0215
Purity / assay	90%
HSN code	2926
InChIKey	QLDHWVVRQCGZLE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)C#N
PubChem CID	69430

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to brown liquid
Boiling point	92-93 °C
Density	0.974 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.9 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
UN number	UN 3273
Synonyms	Pyruvonitrile, 2-Oxopropionitrile, Propanenitrile, 2-oxo-, 2-Oxopropiononitrile, Pyruvic acid nitrile, .alpha.-Oxopropionitrile, 2-Oxopropanenitrile, 2Oxopropionitrile, Propanenitrile, 2oxo, alpha-Oxopropionitrile, Pyruvonitrile (>90%), Ethanoyl cyanide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H301Toxic if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P316, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P403 + P235

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 Acetyl cyanide, 90%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetyl cyanide, 90% is 631-57-2. It is also known as Pyruvonitrile, 2-Oxopropionitrile, Propanenitrile, 2-oxo-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetyl cyanide, 90%?

Acetyl cyanide, 90% has the molecular formula C3H3NO and a molecular weight of 69.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is acetyl cyanide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acetyl cyanide, 90% can I order?

We supply Acetyl cyanide, 90% in (90%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetyl cyanide, 90%?

Yes. Every lot of Acetyl cyanide, 90% 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 Acetyl cyanide, 90% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetyl cyanide, 90% is classified as hazardous (UN 3273), 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.

How should Acetyl cyanide, 90% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.