Isobutyronitrile, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Used in the synthesis of gasoline additives, as a catalyst in the production of polyethylene.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Used in the synthesis of gasoline additives, as a catalyst in the production of polyethylene.

Solubility
Soluble in water 35g/L (20°C).

Notes
Store in cool. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agent.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 78-82-0
• Molecular Formula: C4H7N
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 69.107
• MDL Number: MFCD00001873
• InChI Key: LRDFRRGEGBBSRN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: isobutyronitrile, isopropyl cyanide, propanenitrile, 2-methyl, 2-methylpropionitrile, isopropylnitrile, 2-cyanopropane, dimethylacetonitrile, isopropyl nitrile, 1-cyano-1-methylethane, isopropylkyanid
• PubChem CID: 6559
• ChEBI: CHEBI:28638
• IUPAC Name: 2-methylpropanenitrile
• SMILES: CC(C)C#N

• Melting Point: -72°C
• Density: 0.77
• Boiling Point: 103°C to 104°C
• Flash Point: 8°C (46°F)
• Linear Formula: (CH₃)₂CHCN
• Refractive Index: 1.374
• Quantity: 250 mL
• UN Number: UN2284
• Beilstein: 1340512
• Merck Index: 14,5156
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water 35g/L (20°C).
• Formula Weight: 69.11
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: Isobutyronitrile

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Isobutyronitrile

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 2
• Acute toxicity Category 3
• Flammable liquid Category 2

Hazard Statement

• H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
• H301-Toxic if swallowed.
• H311-Toxic in contact with skin.
• H330-Fatal if inhaled.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
• P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Isobutyronitrile

RUO – Research Use Only