English Name	Acetonitrile
CAS RN	75-05-8
Molecular Formula	C₂H₃N
Molecular Weight	41.05
Structural Formula
Technical Indicators of Industrial Acetonitrile
Item	Quality Index
Appearance	Clear liquid, free of suspended particles
Color (Pt-Co) / No.	≤ 10
Density (20℃) / (g/cm³)	0.781 ～ 0.784
Moisture w/%	≤ 0.30
Acetone / (mg/kg)	≤ 25
Acrylonitrile / (mg/kg)	Not detected
Heavy Components (including acrylonitrile) / (mg/kg)	≤ 280
Purity / (%)	≥ 99.9
Application	An important raw material for pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and organic chemical industry
Packaging	Industrial acetonitrile products are packed in dry and clean special iron drums, which can only be used after passing the airtightness test. After packaging, the drum mouth is sealed to prevent leakage. Industrial acetonitrile can also be transported by special tank trucks.
Transportation	Industrial acetonitrile products shall comply with all relevant national regulations on dangerous goods transportation during transportation.
Storage	Industrial acetonitrile products shall be stored in special storage tanks or cool, ventilated warehouses in accordance with GB 15603. The warehouse temperature should not exceed 30℃, and it should be kept away from fire and heat sources to prevent direct sunlight. Industrial acetonitrile products should be stored separately from oxidants and acids. Regularly check for leaks.

Key Features

● ≥ 99.5 % purity, suitable for large-scale industrial use

● Low water and nonvolatile residue content

● Excellent stability and compatibility with catalysts and reagents

Applications

● Solvent for extraction and reaction in pharmaceutical manufacturing

● Used in DNA synthesis, chromatography, and fine chemical production

● Common solvent in the manufacture of APIs and intermediates