2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE

Also known as: 2-Hydroxypropanenitrile, 2-HYDROXYETHYL CYANIDE, ACETALDEHYDE CYANOHYDRIN, ACETALDEHYDCYANOHYDRIN, DL-LACTONITRILE, DL-LACTONITRILE STAB. PURE 97+%, ETHYLIDENE CYANOHYDRIN, (±)-2-hydroxypropiononitrile

2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE (CAS 42492-95-5) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5NO and a molecular weight of 71.07790 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -40ºC, a boiling point of 90ºC17 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.991 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 64.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 42492-95-5
Jingsj CID: J-1368725-2
Molecular Formula: C₃H₅NO
Molecular Weight: 71.07790 g/mol
Category: Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	-40ºC
Boiling Point	90ºC17 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	0.991 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.)
Flash Point	64.7ºC
Exact Mass	71.03710
PSA	44.02000
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.404

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2926909090
Summary	HS:2926909090 other nitrile-function compounds VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE?

The CAS number of 2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE is 42492-95-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE?

2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE has molecular formula C3H5NO and molecular weight 71.07790 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE (CAS 42492-95-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1368725-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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