What is another name for acetonitrile?
Cyanomethane
Acetonitrile is a colourless, highly flammable liquid. Other names for acetonitrile are methyl cyanide and cyanomethane.
What is the structure formula of acetonitrile (CAS 75-05-8)?
CH 3CN
Acetonitrile, often abbreviated MeCN (methyl cyanide), is the chemical compound with the formula CH 3CN and structure H 3C−C≡N. This colourless liquid is the simplest organic nitrile (hydrogen cyanide is a simpler nitrile, but the cyanide anion is not classed as organic).
Acetonitrile Properties
Acetonitrile, chemical formula C₂H₃N, molecular weight 41.052, CAS No. 75-05-8, EINECS No. 200-835-2, UN No. 1648, melting point -45 °C, acetonitrile has a boiling point of 81°C, flash point of 12.8°C, and density of 0.786 g/cm³. It appears as a colorless, transparent liquid with a pungent odor. Solubility: Exhibits excellent solvent properties, dissolving various organic, inorganic, and gaseous substances. It is infinitely miscible with water and alcohols.
What is acetonitrile(ACN CAS 75-05-8) used for?
- Acetonitrile is a solvent used in the hydrocarbon extraction process.
- It is applied in the extraction of fatty acids from vegetable oils.
- Perfumes are manufactured using it.
- It's a common ingredient in the manufacture of synthetic medications.
- It's utilized in the rubber-making process.
- It is utilized in copper refining as well as extraction.
- It is also utilized as a solvent In electrochemical cells.
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