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• Chemical grade
  Common grade of acetonitrile.
  

  Main applications	-Reaction and purification solvent -Synthesis of organic compounds
  Packaging	Steel drum, tank container

  Specifications

• Reagent grade
  Low impurity grade, designed especially for analytical reagent industry.
  

  Packaging

  Steel drum, tank container

  Specifications

• Highly purified grade
  Suitable for use as analytical reagent.

  Main features of this grade	-Purity: 99.99% up more -Water content: below 50 ppm
  Packaging	Tank container

  Reference data
  

1. Acetonitrile is a colorless liquid. It is completely miscible with water and alcohols. Its high dipole moment makes it an excellent solvent for many organic compounds as wellas some inorganic compounds.
2. Acetonitrile is chemically stable and is a strong solvent. It is mainly used for the synthesis of organic compounds, and is suitable for electrical-chemical reaction and nonaqueous titration. Acetonitrile easily solvates with cations and enhances the reactivity of anions.
3. As with other nitrile compounds, the reactivity of acetonitrile's cyano group enables the production of many nitrogen-containing organic intermediates.

Typical applications
Basic physical properties
Azeotropes

1. Flammability
   

   Data	Flash point (TCC): 8.0°C Flammable limits: 3 to 16 vol.%
   Care in handling	Due to its flammability, acetonitrile should be stored well below the flash point temperature and handled in a well ventilated place. It should be kept away from open flame. Associated fires can be extinguished effectively by using dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray.

   
   
2. Toxicity
   

   Toxicity symptoms	By skin absorption, acetonitrile will cause slight anesthetic effects. Inhalation of high concentration of acetonitrile will cause nausea and breathing difficulty.
   First aid treatment	Skin contact: Flush with plenty of water and cleanse with soap. Eye contact: Thoroughly flush with water and get medical attention. Inhalation: Take deep breaths of fresh air and seek medical attention.
   Care in handling	Handle in well ventilated areas and wear rubber gloves and protective goggles.
   TLV (ACGIH)	TLVs 20 ppm (2003)
   Acute toxicity	LD50 (50% oral lethal dose) 3,800 mg/kg for rat

   
   
3. Compliance with regulations
   

   Please comply with regulations of your country.

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