Hanson Chemicals

Acetonitrile

Formula: C₂H₃N
EC Number (EINECS): 200-835-2
HS Code: 29269000
UN Number: 1648
IUPAC Name: Acetonitrile
Also Known As: Methyl Cyanide; Ethanenitrile; Cyanomethane
Molecular Weight, g/mol: 41.05

Typical Specifications

Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Ether-like, faint sweet
Melting Point, °C: -45
Boiling Point, °C: 81.6
Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): 0.786
Flash Point, °C: 6
Refractive Index (20°C): 1.344
Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohol, ether, chloroform
pH Solution: Neutral (6.0–7.0)
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): 9.71 kPa
Purity, %: ≥99.9 (HPLC grade)
Grades Available: Technical, HPLC, Pharmaceutical
Packaging: 200kg steel drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk ISO tank

Applications / Uses

  • Primary Applications:

    • Solvent in pharmaceutical synthesis and chemical reactions

    • Extraction and purification in butadiene production

    • Key solvent in HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)

  • Secondary Applications:

    • Used in DNA synthesis and peptide sequencing

    • Solvent for spinning fibers and casting films

    • Laboratory reagent and intermediate for fine chemicals

  • End Industries Served: Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals, Electronics, Laboratory, Polymer, Specialty Chemicals

Safety & Handling Information

  • Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 2), Acute Toxicity (Category 4)

  • Hazard Statements (H-Codes):

    • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

    • H302: Harmful if swallowed

    • H312: Harmful in contact with skin

    • H332: Harmful if inhaled

  • Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):

    • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames

    • P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection

    • P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED – rinse mouth; do NOT induce vomiting

  • Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; keep container tightly closed

  • Transport Information:

    • ADR/RID: Class 3 (Flammable liquids), UN1648, PG II

    • IMDG: Class 3, UN1648, Marine Pollutant – No

    • IATA: Class 3, UN1648

Regulatory Information

  • REACH Status (EU): Registered

  • FDA / Food Grade Approval: Not approved for food use

  • ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 for technical grade)

  • Country Standards: Complies with ACS / HPLC specifications depending on grade

Additional Information

  • Shelf Life: 2 years (in original unopened container)

  • Country of Origin: [To be filled by supplier – e.g., India, China, EU]

  • Typical Packaging Sizes: 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk ISO tank

  • Storage Temperature: Below 30°C, away from heat sources

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