Acrylonitrile

Acrylonitrile is a clear, colorless liquid with a slightly pungent odor. It is also a hazardous chemical substance and regulated as such throughout most of the world. Commodity petrochemical that is a significant propylene derivative. It is manufactured by the ammoxidation of propylene.

Data Sheet

Molecular Properties
Chemical Name 2-propenenitrile, prop-2-enenitrile
Molecular Formula C3H3N
Molecular Weight 53.06
Acrylonitrile (ACN) Specification
ItemsUnitsLimit
Acetoneppmmax(≤)50
Acetonitrileppmmax(≤)150
Acidityppmmax(≤)15
Acroleinppmmax(≤)10
Aldehydesppmmax(≤)20
AppearanceClear, Free of Suspended Matter
Color(APHA Pt-Co)APHAmax(≤)5
Copperppmmax(≤)0.1
Hydrogen Cyanideppmmax(≤)5
Inhibitor(MEHQ)ppm35-45
Ironppmmax(≤)0.1
Non-Volatile Matterppmmax(≤)100
Peroxideppmmax(≤)0.2
PH6.0-7.5
Titration Valueml.max(≤)2
Waterwt. %0.2-0.45

Applications

Major uses for acrylonitrile are as a monomer for such products as polyacrylonitrile for acrylic fibers, in ABS and SAN resin manufacture as a modifying monomer, and as a chemical intermediate in the manufacture of adiponitrile, acrylamide and a variety of other chemicals.

Packing

In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)

Transportation

To be transported as first class dangerous articles, bulk deliveries of tank car.

Storage

Store in place with low temperature and good air circulation. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and fire.