Acetonitrile, for spectroscopy, 99.5%

Name: Acetonitrile, for spectroscopy, 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001841

About Acetonitrile, for spectroscopy, 99.5%

Listed under CAS 75-05-8, Acetonitrile is a specialty grade solvent available from Vaqora Chemicals (Spectroscopy grade) with a typical assay of ≥99.5%. The compound has the formula C2H3N, corresponding to a molecular weight of 41.05 g/mol. Common synonyms include ACN and Methyl cyanide.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of -48 °C and a density of 0.786 g mL−1. 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 UV-Vis and IR spectroscopy, spectrophotometric blanks, sample dissolution and battery and energy materials. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and batteries and energy storage.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 160 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

UV-Vis & IR spectroscopy
Spectrophotometric blanks
Sample dissolution
Battery & energy materials

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetonitrile, for spectroscopy, 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001841
CAS Number	75-05-8
IUPAC name	acetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₂H₃N
Molecular weight	41.05 g/mol
Exact mass	41.0265
Grade	Spectroscopy
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
Melting point	-48 °C
Density	0.786 g mL−1
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, for spectroscopy, 99.5%?

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

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

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

We supply Acetonitrile, for spectroscopy, 99.5% in Spectroscopy (≥99.5%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

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

Yes. Acetonitrile, for spectroscopy, 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.