Chemical properites
Formula: C2H3N
Formula weight: 41.05
Melting Point: -46°C
Boiling Point: 80°-82°C (760mmHg)
Sensitivity: Ambient temperatures.
Form : Liquid
Flash point: 5°C
Density: 0.786
Refractive Index: 1.344
Applications : Acetonitrile is utilized as a polar aprotic solvent in organic synthesis, and in the purification of butadiene. It is used in all the analytical laboratories as a major component of mobile phase in High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and in Liquid Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS). It is used for the extraction of fatty acids, spinning fibers and casting and molding of plastic materials. Aqueous two-phase systems based on acetonitrile and carbohydrates play an important character in the extraction and purification of biomolecules called vanillins. It acts as a stabilizer for the chlorinated solvents, and finds use in the production of DNA oligonucleotides.
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Water
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Incompatible with alkali metals, acids, bases, reducing agents and oxidizing agents. Highly flammable. Store it away from heat, sparks, and flame exposure.
Hazard Statements :
H225-H302-H312-H332-H319 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.Harmful if swallowed.Harmful in contact with skin.Harmful if inhaled.Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statements:
P210-P241-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P403+P235-P501a Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
