Acetonitrile

Name: Acetonitrile
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001969

About Acetonitrile

Acetonitrile (CAS 75-05-8) is an industrial solvent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Industrial grade. Its molecular formula is C2H3N and its molecular weight is 41.05 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl cyanide or Cyanomethane.

The product is provided as a liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span industrial reaction medium, paints and coatings thinning and cleaning and degreasing. It is used across academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Acetonitrile in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum and 1 MT packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Industrial reaction medium
Paints & coatings thinning
Cleaning & degreasing

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-001969
CAS Number	75-05-8
IUPAC name	acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₂H₃N
Molecular weight	41.05 g/mol
Exact mass	41.0265
Grade	Industrial
InChIKey	WEVYAHXRMPXWCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC#N
PubChem CID	6342

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl cyanide, Cyanomethane, Ethyl nitrile, Methane, cyano-, Cyanure de methyl, Acetonitrile, anhydrous, CH3CN, Acetonitrile with 0.1% ammonium acetate, ACETONITRILE WITH 0.1per cent AMMONIUM ACETATE, anhydrous Acetonitrile, Acetonitrile [UN1648] [Flammable liquid], Methyl Cyanide, Cyanomethane, Ethanenitrile, ethyl

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P321, P330, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, 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

Other grades of CAS 75-05-8

AR

Acetonitrile (specially dried) GR 99.5%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-001773

Synthesis

Acetonitrile, 98%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-001970

Acetonitrile, anhydrous, 99.8%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-001889

AR / GC

Acetonitrile, AR, for GC >99.5%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-045813

AR / Dry

Acetonitrile, AR, specially dried 99.5%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-046314

Synthesis

Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-001840

GC

Acetonitrile, for GC 99.9%

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-045538

HPLC

Acetonitrile, for HPLC, 99.5%+

CAS: 75-05-8
Formula: C₂H₃N
MW: 41.05 g/mol

VQ-001719

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acetonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetonitrile is 75-05-8. It is also known as Methyl cyanide, Cyanomethane, Ethyl nitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetonitrile?

Acetonitrile has the molecular formula C2H3N and a molecular weight of 41.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is acetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acetonitrile can I order?

We supply Acetonitrile in Industrial grade, in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum, 1 MT packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of Acetonitrile 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 Acetonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetonitrile 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.