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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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 186.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 66.5±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 70.053101 |
| PSA | 49.81000 |
| LogP | -1.02 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.7±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.430 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human 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 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 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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