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β-Aminopropionitrile

Also known as: 3-Aminopropanenitrile, 3-Aminopropionitrile, 2-Cyanoethylamine, N-(2-Cyanoethyl)amine, Propanenitrile, 3-amino-, beta-Aminopropionitrile, BETA-AMINOETHYL CYANIDE, BETA-AMINOPROPIONONITRILE, EINECS 205-786-0, MFCD00014820, Z2CN

β-Aminopropionitrile (CAS 151-18-8) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6N2 and a molecular weight of 70.093 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 186.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 66.5±19.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
151-18-8
Jingsj CID
J-35191-9
Molecular Formula
C3H6N2
Molecular Weight
70.093 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point186.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point66.5±19.8 °C
Exact Mass70.053101
PSA49.81000
LogP-1.02
Vapor Pressure0.7±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.430

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Miana M, et al. The lysyl oxidase inhibitor β-aminopropionitrile reduces body weight gain and improves the metabolic profile in diet-induced obesity in rats. Dis Model Mech. 2015 Jun;8(6):543-51. [2]. Yang X, et al. Inactivation of lysyl oxidase by β-aminopropionitrile inhibits hypoxia-induced invasion and migration of cervical cancer cells. Oncol Rep. 2013 Feb;29(2):541-8.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2926909090
SummaryHS: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 β-Aminopropionitrile?

The CAS number of β-Aminopropionitrile is 151-18-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of β-Aminopropionitrile?

β-Aminopropionitrile has molecular formula C3H6N2 and molecular weight 70.093 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "β-Aminopropionitrile (CAS 151-18-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-35191-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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