Acetonitrile is a professionally handled substance with documented safety properties. Its molecular formula is C2H3N, and it has a molecular weight of 41.05 g/mol. It exhibits a Boiling Point of 81.6 °C, and a Melting Point of -45.0 °C. This compound carries a hazard signal word of Danger due to its high flammability. It belongs to the Nitriles substance group and requires specific handling precautions such as wearing safety goggles and gloves, and prohibiting open flames. National occupational exposure limits have been established, with an 8-hour limit value of 70 mg/m3 (40 ppm)

• CAS Number: 75-05-8
• Molecular Formula: C2H3N
• Vapour Density: 1.42
• Melting Point: -45.0 °C
• Molecular Weight: 41.05
• Boiling Point: 81.6 °C
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Exact Mass: 41.026549100
• Hazard Statements:
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]