Acetonitrile CAS 75-05-8

Acetonitrile | CAS 75-05-8 | UAB An Group Export

Acetonitrile, CAS 75-05-8, also known as Methyl Cyanide, Cyanomethane or Ethanenenitrile, is a clear, volatile polar aprotic solvent widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, chemical synthesis, extraction, chromatography and laboratory applications. It is also used in selected battery, polymer, fiber and specialty chemical processes.

Applications: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing • Chemical Synthesis • HPLC & Analytical Chemistry • Extraction & Separation • Laboratory & R&D • Battery Applications • Polymer & Fiber Processing • Specialty Chemicals

CAS: 75-05-8

Synonyms: Methyl Cyanide • Cyanomethane • Ethanenenitrile • MeCNChemical Formula: C₂H₃N / CH₃CN

Molecular Weight: 41.05 g/mol

Chemical Type: Organic Nitrile / Polar Aprotic Solvent

Physical Form: Clear, colorless liquid

Boiling Point: Approximately 81–82°C

Density: Approximately 0.786 g/mL at 25°C

Water Solubility: Miscible with water

Grades: Industrial • Technical • ACS • HPLC • LC-MS • High Purity • Application-Specific

Packaging: Bottles • Drums • IBCs • Bulk Quantities

Documentation: SDS • CoA • TDS, where applicable

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Key Applications

Acetonitrile is widely used as a solvent in pharmaceutical production, HPLC and analytical chemistry, chemical synthesis, hydrocarbon extraction and specialty processing. Its properties also make it useful in selected battery, fiber and polymer applications.

Storage & Handling

Acetonitrile is highly flammable and toxic and requires appropriate ventilation, ignition-source control, PPE and compliant storage and transportation. The current SDS for the exact grade supplied should always be followed.