Aminoacetonitrile
Also known as: 2-Aminoacetonitrile, Cyanomethylamine, Glycinenitrile, Glycinonitrile, Glycine Nitrile, Acetonitrile, 2-amino-, Acetonitrile, amino-, alpha-Aminoacetonitrile, N-(cyanomethyl)-amine, amino-acetonitril, aminoacetonitrile free base, Peristaltic Stimulant
Aminoacetonitrile (CAS 540-61-4) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4N2 and a molecular weight of 56.067 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 101°C (lit.), a boiling point of 164.2±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 53.1±22.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 540-61-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-29635-5
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4N2
- Molecular Weight
- 56.067 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 101°C (lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 164.2±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 53.1±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 56.037449 |
| PSA | 49.81000 |
| LogP | -1.37 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.418 |
| Storage Conditions | −20°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
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 Aminoacetonitrile?
The CAS number of Aminoacetonitrile is 540-61-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Aminoacetonitrile?
Aminoacetonitrile has molecular formula C2H4N2 and molecular weight 56.067 g/mol.
Is Aminoacetonitrile hazardous?
Aminoacetonitrile has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Aminoacetonitrile (CAS 540-61-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-29635-5 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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