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Acetonitrile SW
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Acetonitrile SW is a high-purity solvent used in HPLC, pharmaceuticals, and chemical synthesis. It is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor, highly flammable, and toxic if ingested or inhaled. CAS: 75-05-8, Molecular formula: C2H3N, Molecular weight: 41.05 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Acetonitrile SW from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £91.80 per pack ex VAT · £110.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 2 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| 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)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90019000 |
| CAS Number | 75-05-8 |
| IUPAC Name | acetonitrile |
| EC Number | 200-835-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C2H3N |
| 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 |
| UN Number | UN1648 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29269050 |
| Tariff Code | 2926907022 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Acetonitril
- ACETONITRILE
- Cyanomethane
- Cyanure de methyl
- Ethanenitrile
- Ethyl nitrile
- Methane, cyano-
- Methanecarbonitrile
- Methyl cyanide
- Methylkyanid
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetonitrile SW used for?
Acetonitrile SW is primarily used as a solvent in HPLC and other analytical applications, especially in pharmaceutical and biochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Acetonitrile SW?
The formula is C2H3N with a molecular weight of 41.05 g/mol.
How should Acetonitrile SW be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources, in a well-ventilated area.
What grade of Acetonitrile SW is available?
Acetonitrile SW is supplied as a solvent-grade product, suitable for chromatography and analytical use.
Can Molekula supply Acetonitrile SW in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Acetonitrile SW in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of Acetonitrile SW?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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