3-Hydroxypropionitrile
Also known as: 2-Cyanoethanol, Ethylene cyanohydrin, Hydracrylonitrile, 3-Hydroxypropanenitrile, Glycol cyanohydrin, β-Hydroxypropionitrile, β-Cyanoethanol, Propanenitrile, 3-hydroxy-, NSC 2598, USAF rh-7
3-Hydroxypropionitrile (CAS 109-78-4) 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 71.078 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -46 °C, a boiling point of 229.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.7±19.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 109-78-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1316976-3
- Molecular Formula
- C3H5NO
- Molecular Weight
- 71.078 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -46 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 229.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 92.7±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 71.037117 |
| PSA | 44.02000 |
| LogP | -0.94 |
| Additional Property | 2.5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.419 |
| Additional Property | >=10 g/100 mL at 20 ºC |
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 3-Hydroxypropionitrile?
The CAS number of 3-Hydroxypropionitrile is 109-78-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxypropionitrile?
3-Hydroxypropionitrile has molecular formula C3H5NO and molecular weight 71.078 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Hydroxypropionitrile?
For 3-Hydroxypropionitrile, Upstream Products: Ethylene oxide, Acrylonitrile, 2-Cyanoethyl ether; Downstream Products: 3-Hydroxypropionic acid, 3-Hydroxypropanamide, Acrylic acid.
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