Acetonitrile, 98%

Name: Acetonitrile, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001970

About Acetonitrile, 98%

Listed under CAS 75-05-8, Acetonitrile is an industrial solvent available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C2H3N, it has a molar mass of 41.05 g/mol. Alternative names: ACN and Methyl cyanide.

The material typically appears as a clear colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.786 g/ml at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for industrial reaction medium, paints and coatings thinning, cleaning and degreasing and organic synthesis. It is used across academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

We offer Acetonitrile in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L and 160 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Industrial reaction medium
Paints & coatings thinning
Cleaning & degreasing
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetonitrile, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001970
CAS Number	75-05-8
IUPAC name	acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₂H₃N
Molecular weight	41.05 g/mol
Exact mass	41.0265
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	WEVYAHXRMPXWCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC#N
PubChem CID	6342

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Density	0.786 g/ml at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	23.8 Å²
UN number	UN 1648
Synonyms	ACN, 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]

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acetonitrile, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetonitrile, 98% is 75-05-8. It is also known as ACN, Methyl cyanide, Cyanomethane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetonitrile, 98%?

Acetonitrile, 98% 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, 98% can I order?

We supply Acetonitrile, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetonitrile, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Acetonitrile, 98% 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, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetonitrile, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1648), 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.