Acetonitrile CH₃CN - for GC pesticide analysis

Acetonitrile for GC pesticide analysis is a high-purity organic solvent developed for gas chromatography (GC) applications, particularly for the analysis of pesticide residues. The product meets strict purity and water content standards, making it the ideal choice for precise trace analysis.

Identification data

• Chemical name: Acetonitrile
• Synonyms: Methyl cyanide, Ethanenitrile
• Molecular formula: CH₃CN
• Molar mass: 41.05 g/mol
• CAS number: 75-05-8
• EC number: 200-835-2
• UN number: 1648
• RID/ADR: 3, II

Product specification

• Purity (GC): min. 99.9%
• Water (KF): max. 0.2%
• Acidity (CH₃COOH): max. 0.0005 meq/g
• Residue on evaporation: max. 0.0005%.

Physicochemical properties

• Form: liquid
• Color: colorless
• Odor: aromatic
• Melting point: -46°C
• Boiling point: 81°C
• Flash point: 2°C
• Autoignition temperature: 524°C
• Explosive limits: 3-16% vol.
• Viscosity (20°C): 0.357 mPa-s
• Vapor pressure (20°C): 97 mbar
• Density (20°C): 0.78 g/cm³
• Solubility: completely in water, alcohol, ethyl ether, acetone and benzene
• log POW: -0.34
• Vapor density (air=1): 1.42
• Critical temperature: 274.7°C
• Critical pressure: 4.83 MPa
• Refractive index (20°C): 1.344

Hazard statements (H)

• H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
• H302: Harmful if swallowed
• H312: Harmful in contact with skin
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation
• H332: Harmful if inhaledH319: Harmful if inhaled

Safety statements (P)

• P210: Keep away from heat and open flames
• P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes
• P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated and cool place.

This product is intended for professional analytical use only. Not for food or medical purposes.