Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%

Name: Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001840

About Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%

Acetonitrile is a specialty grade solvent (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 75-05-8 at a purity of ≥99.5%. Its molecular formula is C2H3N and its molecular weight is 41.05 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl cyanide or Cyanomethane.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 0.786 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 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span oligonucleotide synthesis, peptide synthesis, solid-phase chemistry and molecular biology workflows. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and polymers and plastics.

We offer Acetonitrile in 100 mL and 1 L packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Oligonucleotide synthesis
Peptide synthesis
Solid-phase chemistry
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001840
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	≥99.5%
HSN code	29269000
InChIKey	WEVYAHXRMPXWCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC#N
PubChem CID	6342

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	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	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

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GC

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5% is 75-05-8. It is also known as Methyl cyanide, Cyanomethane, Ethyl nitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%?

Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5% 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, for DNA, 99.5% can I order?

We supply Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5% in Synthesis (≥99.5%) grade, in 100 mL, 1 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5%?

Yes. Every lot of Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5% 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, for DNA, 99.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetonitrile, for DNA, 99.5% 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.