3-Hydroxypropionitrile (CAS 109-78-4) — formula C3H5NO, molecular weight 71.08; category organic chemicals.
3-Hydroxypropionitrile (CAS 109-78-4) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C3H5NO comprises 3 C, 5 H, 1 N, 1 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 71.08. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around -51 °F (NTP, 1992), boiling point around 221 °C, LogP about -0.9. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 109-78-4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C3H5NO |
| Molecular Weight | 71.08 |
| Melting Point | -51 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 221 °C |
| LogP | -0.9 |
| Applications | solvent for cellulose acetate and ethylcellulose, in organic synthesis, and to stimulate sprouting in potatoes, Solvent for certain cellulose esters and inorganic salts, organic intermediate for acrylates, Synthesis of acrylonitrile |
| Category | Organic Chemicals |
Documented applications: solvent for cellulose acetate and ethylcellulose, in organic synthesis, and to stimulate sprouting in potatoes, Solvent for certain cellulose esters and inorganic salts, organic intermediate for acrylates, Synthesis of acrylonitrile.
3-Hydroxypropionitrile is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 109-78-4 and molecular formula C3H5NO (molecular weight 71.08), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 109-78-4
Its molecular formula C3H5NO comprises 3 C, 5 H, 1 N, 1 O atoms.
Also known as: 3-Hydroxypropionitrile · 3-羟基丙腈
Category: organic chemicals
The CAS registry number of 3-Hydroxypropionitrile is 109-78-4.
Molecular formula C3H5NO, molecular weight 71.08.
It is also registered under: 3-Hydroxypropionitrile, 3-羟基丙腈.
Recorded applications: solvent for cellulose acetate and ethylcellulose, in organic synthesis, and to stimulate sprouting in potatoes, Solvent for certain cellulose esters and inorganic salts, organic intermediate for acrylates, Synthesis of acrylonitrile.
Category: Organic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for 3-Hydroxypropionitrile (CAS 109-78-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 109-78-4 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 8011 |
| Molecular formula | C3H5NO |
| IUPAC name | 3-hydroxypropanenitrile |
| UNII (FDA) | 7V8108WN46 |
| Molecular Weight | 71.08 |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | -0.9 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 1 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 2 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 1 |
| Exact Mass | 71.037113783 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 71.037113783 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 44 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 5 |
| Boiling Point | 221 °C |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -51 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Melting Point | -46 °C |
| Flash Point | 265 °F (129 °C) (Open cup) |
| Flash Point | 129 °C o.c. |
| Solubility | In water, 1X10+6 mg/l @ 20 °C |
| Density | 1.0404 @ 25 °C |
| Vapor Density | 2.45 (AIR= 1) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.08 [mmHg] |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.08 MM HG @ 25 °C |
Hydracrylonitrile; RefChem:139128; 3-Hydroxypropionitrile; 109-78-4; 3-Hydroxypropanenitrile; ETHYLENE CYANOHYDRIN; 2-Cyanoethanol; Propanenitrile, 3-hydroxy-; Glycol cyanohydrin; 2-Cyanoethyl alcohol; beta-Hpn; beta-Cyanoethanol; Methanolacetonitrile; Hydroxypropanenitrile; 2-Hydroxycyanoethane; USAF RH-7
| Regulatory & Food Contact | FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS |
|---|---|
| GHS notification summary | 75.4% (144 / 191) |
| GHS notification summary | 75.4% (144 / 191) |
|---|---|
| Reported hazard statements | H315 (24.6%), H319 (24.6%), H335 (24.1%) |
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 75.4% (144 of 191) of all reports.
H315 (24.6%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
3-Hydroxypropionitrile · CAS 109-78-4 · C3H5NO. UNII 7V8108WN46. Boiling Point: 221 °C; Melting Point: -51 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: -46 °C.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
中文页面: 3-羟基丙腈