Acetonitrile
Also known as: Acetonitril, Cyanomethan, EINECS 200-835-2, MFCD00001878, MOBILE PHASE ACETONITRILE, R5, ACETONITRILE, S4B, ACETONITRILE, SOLVENT B, ACETONITRILE, acetonitril(german,dutch), acetonitrile
Acetonitrile (CAS 75-05-8) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H3N and a molecular weight of 41.052 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −45 °C, a boiling point of 81-82 ºC, a density of 0.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 2 ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 75-05-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-47986-4
- Molecular Formula
- C2H3N
- Molecular Weight
- 41.052 g/mol
- Category
- Nitrogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −45 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 81-82 ºC |
| Density | 0.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 2 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 41.026550 |
| PSA | 23.79000 |
| LogP | -0.45 |
| Additional Property | 1.41 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 171.0±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.343-1.345 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
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 Acetonitrile?
The CAS number of Acetonitrile is 75-05-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetonitrile?
Acetonitrile has molecular formula C2H3N and molecular weight 41.052 g/mol.
Is Acetonitrile hazardous?
Acetonitrile has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Acetonitrile?
For Acetonitrile, Downstream Products: Trimethylacetonitrile.
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