Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%

Name: Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046312

About Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Acetonitrile (Molecular Biology grade), a specialty grade solvent registered under CAS number 75-05-8, specified at 99.9% purity. With the molecular formula C2H3N, it has a molar mass of 41.05 g/mol. Alternative names: Specially dried and Methyl cyanide.

It is supplied as a liquid. 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.

Key uses span nucleic acid extraction, molecular biology workflows, protein precipitation and solvent and extraction work. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

We offer Acetonitrile in 100 mL, 500 mL, 1 L and 2.5 L packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Nucleic acid extraction
Molecular biology workflows
Protein precipitation
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%
Catalogue No.	VQ-046312
CAS Number	75-05-8
IUPAC name	acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₂H₃N
Molecular weight	41.05 g/mol
Exact mass	41.0265
Grade	Molecular Biology
Purity / assay	99.9%
HSN code	29269000
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	Specially dried, Methyl cyanide, Cyanomethane, Ethyl nitrile, Methane, cyano-, Cyanure de methyl, Acetonitrile, anhydrous, 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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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9% is 75-05-8. It is also known as Specially dried, Methyl cyanide, Cyanomethane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%?

Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9% 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 molecular biology 99.9% can I order?

We supply Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9% in Molecular Biology (99.9%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, 2.5 L, 25 L, 200 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9%?

Yes. Every lot of Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9% 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 molecular biology 99.9% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetonitrile, for molecular biology 99.9% 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.