Acetonitrile
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Safety Data Sheets
| Manufacturer | Download |
|---|---|
| Alfa Aesar | Download PDF |
| Sigma Aldrich | Download PDF |
| TCI | Download PDF |
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H225 |
Highly Flammable liquid and vapor | Flammable liquids |
H303 |
May be harmful if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H311 |
Toxic in contact with skin | Acute toxicity, dermal |
H319 |
Causes serious eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H341 |
Suspected of causing genetic defects | Germ cell mutagenicity |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H373 |
May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P233 |
Keep container tightly closed. |
P240 |
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
P241 |
Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment. |
P242 |
Use only non-sparking tools. |
P243 |
Take precautionary measures against static discharge. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P262 |
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P303+P361+P353 |
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower]. |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P361+P364 |
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
P403+P235 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 40 ppm |
| NIOSH REL | 20 ppm |
| NIOSH IDLH | 137 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless liquid with an aromatic odor.
| Boiling Point | 179°F |
| Flash Point | 42°F (open cup) |
| Vapor Pressure | 73 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 0.787 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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0
Health
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Reactivity
Target Organs
Eye, nose, and throat irritation from vapor; skin and eye irritation from liquid; nervous system effects
Synonyms
cyanomethane; ethyl nitrile; methyl cyanide; ACN
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 6342
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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