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Acetonitrile (ACN)
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Acetonitrile is a versatile polar aprotic solvent widely used in high-performance liquid chromatography and organic synthesis. This chemical has the molecular formula CH3CN, a molecular weight of 41.05, and is identified by CAS number 75-05-8. It requires ambient storage and carries a danger signal word. Molekula supplies Acetonitrile from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035422
- CAS Number
- 75-05-8
- IUPAC Name
- acetonitrile
- EC Number
- 200-835-2
- Molecular Formula
- CH3CN
- Molecular Weight
- 41.05
- Exact Mass
- 41.0265
- SMILES
- CC#N
- InChIKey
- WEVYAHXRMPXWCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C2H3N/c1-2-3/h1H3
- PubChem CID
- 6342
Synonyms
- Acetonitril
- ACETONITRILE
- Cyanomethane
- Cyanure de methyl
- Ethanenitrile
- Ethyl nitrile
- Methane, cyano-
- Methanecarbonitrile
- Methyl cyanide
- Methylkyanid
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless, limpid liquid
- Odour
- Aromatic odor
- Melting Point
- -44 °C
- Boiling Point
- 82 °C
- Density
- 0.8 (relative, water = 1)
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in alcohol
- Vapour Pressure
- 9.9 kPa at 25 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.33934
- pKa
- pKa = -4.30
- log P (octanol/water)
- -0.34
Source: PubChem CID 6342 (HSDB, ICSC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Acetonitrile used for?
Acetonitrile is widely used as a solvent in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), organic synthesis, and as an extraction solvent in various industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The chemical formula for Acetonitrile is CH3CN and it has a molecular weight of 41.05 g/mol.
How should Acetonitrile be stored?
This product should be stored at ambient temperature in a cool, well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Acetonitrile in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) detailing the handling and hazard information.
What is the CAS number for Acetonitrile?
The CAS number for Acetonitrile is 75-05-8.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 2000 from ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified facilities. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.