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 SheetMolecular Properties | |
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Chemical Name | 2-propenenitrile, prop-2-enenitrile |
Molecular Formula | C3H3N |
Molecular Weight | 53.06 |
Acrylonitrile (ACN) Specification | |||
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Items | Units | Limit | |
Acetone | ppm | max(≤) | 50 |
Acetonitrile | ppm | max(≤) | 150 |
Acidity | ppm | max(≤) | 15 |
Acrolein | ppm | max(≤) | 10 |
Aldehydes | ppm | max(≤) | 20 |
Appearance | Clear, Free of Suspended Matter | ||
Color(APHA Pt-Co) | APHA | max(≤) | 5 |
Copper | ppm | max(≤) | 0.1 |
Hydrogen Cyanide | ppm | max(≤) | 5 |
Inhibitor(MEHQ) | ppm | 35-45 | |
Iron | ppm | max(≤) | 0.1 |
Non-Volatile Matter | ppm | max(≤) | 100 |
Peroxide | ppm | max(≤) | 0.2 |
PH | 6.0-7.5 | ||
Titration Value | ml. | max(≤) | 2 |
Water | wt. % | 0.2-0.45 |
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.
In bulk. (Isotank or Drum)
To be transported as first class dangerous articles, bulk deliveries of tank car.
Store in place with low temperature and good air circulation. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and fire.