Description

Propionitrile (CAS NO 107-12-0) is a versatile and highly volatile organic nitrile solvent with significant industrial utility. Its excellent solvating power and reactivity make it a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking a reliable and high-purity building block for complex organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyano or amide functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it serves as a core building block for nitrogen-containing molecules.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a polar, aprotic solvent for organic reactions, extractions, and purification processes in chemical manufacturing.
• Electrolyte Additive: Utilized in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to enhance stability and performance at high voltages.
• Polymer & Fiber Production: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and synthetic fibers like acrylics.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a standard reagent and solvent in analytical chemistry and academic research for various synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Propionitrile
CAS No.	107-12-0
Molecular Formula	C3H5N
Molecular Weight	55.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Cyanide; Propionic Nitrile; Propanenitrile; Cyanoethane; Hydrocyanic Ether; Propiononitrile; Propylnitrile
EINECS	203-464-4

Quality Control

Our Propionitrile is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to meet the exacting standards required for fine chemical synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration of vapors. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.02%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.01%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.363 - 1.367
Density (20°C)	0.777 - 0.783 g/mL
Boiling Point	97°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.