2-Chloroacrylonitrile

HCID 70198
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Basic information

CAS
920-37-6
Standard SMILES
C=C(Cl)C#N
InChIKey
OYUNTGBISCIYPW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Molecular formula
C3H2ClN
Average molar mass
87.51 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
86.98757674

Overview

2-chloroacrylonitrile appears as a liquid. Boiling point 190-192 °F (88-89 °C). Density 1.096 g / cm3. Flash point 44 °F. Highly toxic.

Names & identifiers

Preferred name
2-Chloroacrylonitrile
IUPAC
2-chloroprop-2-enenitrile
English name
2-Chloroacrylonitrile
Molecular formula
C3H2ClN
Molecular weight
87.51

Names & synonyms

2-Chloroacrylonitrile920-37-6Chloroacrylonitrile2-Propenenitrile, 2-chloro-2-Chloro-2-propenenitrileAcrylonitrile, 2-chloro-alpha-Chloroacrylonitrile2-chloropropenenitrile1-Chloro-1-cyanoethene1-Cyanovinyl chloride1-Cyano-1-chloroethene1-Chloro-1-cyanoethylene
Show more names
2-Chloroacrylonitrile ,99%oroacryLNSC 5117142-PROPENONITRLLE2-CHLORACRYLONITRIL2-chloropylenitrile2-chloroacrylnitrile2-CHLOROCYANOETHYLENE
FFJ1QHD154NSC-511714DTXSID6052613RefChem:86441DTXCID0031186213-055-22-chloroprop-2-enenitrile.alpha.-Chloroacrylonitrile

Database identifiers

CAS
920-37-6
PubChem CID
70198
DTXSID
DTXSID6052613
UNII
FFJ1QHD154
EC Number
213-055-2
Nikkaji
J55.139B

Properties

Computed structural properties

XLogP
1.4
Topological polar surface area
23.8 Ų
Hydrogen bond donors
0
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1
Rotatable bonds
0
Heavy atoms
5

Experimental & physicochemical properties

Chemical ClassesNitrogen Compounds -> Nitriles
SpringerMaterials PropertiesSchoenflies notation
Flash Point · 2 items

44 °F (NTP, 1992)

44 °F

Boiling Point190 to 192 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point-85 °F (NTP, 1992)
Physical Description · 2 items

2-chloroacrylonitrile appears as a liquid. Boiling point 190-192 °F (88-89 °C). Density 1.096 g / cm3. Flash point 44 °F. Highly toxic.

Highly toxic liquid with boiling point of 88-89 deg C; [CAMEO]

Physicochemical properties

Melting point
65 °C · −65 °C(lit.)
Boiling point
88 · 88-89 °C(lit.)
Density
1.096 g/mL · 1.096 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index
20 · n20/D 1.429(lit.)
Flash point
44 °F · 44 °F
storage temp.
2 · Inert atmosphere,2-8°C

Safety & regulation

GHS classification

GHS Classification · 4 items

Danger

H225 (100%): Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]

P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301+P316, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P318, P320, P321, P330, P342+P316, P361+P364, P363, P370+P378, P391, P403, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

Aggregated GHS information provided per 46 reports by companies from 6 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.

Hazard information

Regulatory InformationChemical: 2-Propenenitrile, 2-chloro-
DOT LabelFlammable Liquid
Fire HazardsExcerpt from ERG Guide 128 [Flammable Liquids (Water-Immiscible)]:
Health HazardsExcerpt from ERG Guide 128 [Flammable Liquids (Water-Immiscible)]:
Hazards SummaryHighly toxic; [Quick CPC] Polymerizable and highly flammable; [CAMEO] Lachrymator and skin irritant; Possible skin sensitizer; May be metabolized to cyanide; [MSDSonline]
Reactive GroupHalogenated Organic Compounds

Safety & protection

Fire FightingFires involving this compound can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)
First Aid · 1 item

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

Nonfire Spill ResponseSTORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this material in a refrigerator. (NTP, 1992)
Isolation and EvacuationExcerpt from ERG Guide 128 [Flammable Liquids (Water-Immiscible)]:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)MINIMUM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: If Tyvek-type disposable protective clothing is not worn during handling of this chemical, wear disposable Tyvek-type sleeves taped to your gloves.

Toxicology

Adverse EffectsOther Poison - Chemical Asphyxiant
Toxicity DataLC50 (mice) = 105 mg/m3/2h

Safety data

wgk
3
tsca
TSCA listed
rtecs
AT5525000
ridadr
UN 3383 6.1/PG 1
hs_code
29269095
risk_code
45-24-26/28-34-43-50-40-36/37/38-28-23/24-11

Chemistry & industry

Uses & manufacturing

General Manufacturing Information2-Propenenitrile, 2-chloro-: ACTIVE
Applications · 3 items

UsesCommon reagent in cycloaddition reactions.1,2

Uses2-Chloroacrylonitrile (cas# 920-37-6) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.

General DescriptionA liquid. Boiling point 190-192°F (88-89°C). Density 1.096 g / cm3. Flash point 44°F. Highly toxic.

Upstream & downstream products

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