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Acetonitrile - ACN

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Acetonitrile is a colorless organic liquid with a mild ether-like odor, commonly used as a solvent in laboratories.

Product Details

Formula:

C2H3N

CAS Number:

75-05-8

Also Known As:

Methyl cyanide; Ethyl nitrile

Packaging:

Drums

Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

colorless liquid

Boiling Point, °C

81.6

Density, g/cm3

0.786

Flash Point, °C

2

Melting point, °C

-45

Molecular weight, g/mol

41.05

Odor

ether-like

Refractive index, n20/D

1.344

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Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Acetonitrile is a high-purity, organic solvent characterized by its simple composition, consisting of hydrogen, carbon, and nitrogen atoms. It appears as a clear, colorless liquid with a faint ethereal odor. Known for its excellent solvent properties, acetonitrile is widely used in a variety of industrial applications. In the pharmaceutical industry, it plays a critical role in drug synthesis and is often utilized in liquid chromatography processes due to its ability to effectively solubilize a wide range of compounds. Its volatility and miscibility with water and alcohols make it an ideal choice for applications requiring precise separation techniques. Acetonitrile is also employed in the manufacture of perfumes as an extraction solvent, in the production of batteries and pesticides, and in the process of DNA synthesis. Its ability to facilitate chemical reactions and its low chemical reactivity make it an indispensable component in various research and industrial applications.

Structure:

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