Acrylonitrile
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Acrylonitrile is an organic compound with the formula CH2CHCN and the structure H2C=CH−C≡N. It is a colorless, volatile liquid. It has a pungent odor of garlic or onions. Its molecular structure consists of a vinyl group (−CH=CH2) linked to a nitrile (−C≡N). It is an important monomer for the manufacture of useful plastics such as polyacrylonitrile. It is reactive and toxic at low doses. Acrylonitrile is one of the components of ABS plastic (Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene).
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Physical Property of Acrylonitrile
| Formula | C3H3N |
| Molar Mass | 53.06 g/mol |
| Density | 0.806 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 77 °C |
| Melting Point | -84 °C |
| Physical State | Liquid |
| Storage | Store at room temperature |
Chemical Properties of Acrylonitrile
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water, easily soluble in organic solvents such as acetone, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, ether, ethanol and dimethylformamide. It is also easily soluble in inorganic salt water solutions such as sodium thiocyanate and zinc chloride.
Hazardous Characteristics
Its steam can become an explosive mixture when mixed with air. The explosion limit is 3.1-17% (volume), and the maximum allowable concentration in the air is 20ppm. It is flammable and explosive. There is a risk of explosion and combustion when exposed to fire, high temperature and oxidants.
Toxicity
It is a highly toxic substance. Acrylonitrile vapor can invade the human body through the respiratory tract, causing acute poisoning.

Crystal Structure of Acrylonitrile
The molecule is almost planar and the molecular planes are stacked at regular distances along an axis. The molecule takes a disordered structure since the N atom and the approximate center of the C=C double bond lie on the crystallographic mirror plane. This causes the C=C bond to be aligned to be in parallel or perpendicular arrangements to the neighboring ones along the stacking. If the solid state polymerization induced by radiation is carried out, the isotactic structure may be obtained for the parallel stacking and the syndiotactic structure may be obtained for the perpendicular stacking. Since the crystal structure is disordered, either structure or a structure with the two structures mixed (atactic structure) should be formed in the solid state polymerization.
Uses of Acrylonitrile
Acrylonitrile is used in the manufacture of acrylic and modacrylic fibres for use in clothing and textiles, such as fleece jumpers, sportswear, carpets and upholstery.
Acrylic fibres are also used as a precursor in the production of carbon fibre. It is used in the production of plastics and resins such as acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) and nitrile rubber for fuel hoses and O-ring seals.
Acrylonitrile is also used as a chemical intermediate in the production of other chemicals, such as acrylamide and adiponitrile.
Ammoxidation Process of Acrylonitrile

Acrylonitrile is manufactured by combining propylene, ammonia, and air in a process called ammoxidation. During ammoxidation, propylene, ammonia and air are fed through a catalyst at a high temperature. The vessel containing the chemical reaction is called a fluid bed reactor, where the powdered catalyst moves fluid-like throughout the reactor. This provides a large catalyst surface area for maximum exposure to the reactants.
Useful by-products, or co-products, from the ammoxidation reaction include Acetonitrile (CH3CN), which is used as an industrial and laboratory solvent in the production of insulin and antibiotics, and as a raw material in the production of naturally-occurring pesticides. Another coproduct, hydrogen cyanide (HCN), is used in the manufacture of polyamides, methyl methacrylate, amino acids, chelating agents and other industrial chemicals.
Standards and Guidelines of Acrylonitrile
OSHA PEL (permissible exposure limit) = 2 ppm (skin) (averaged over an 8-hour workshift).
OSHA STEL (short-term exposure limit) = 10 ppm (over a 15-minute time period).
NIOSH IDLH (immediately dangerous to life or health) = 85 ppm.
AIHA ERPG-2 (maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all persons could be exposed for up to 1 hour without experiencing or developing irreversible or other serious health effects or symptoms that could impair their abilities to take protective action) = 35 ppm.
Health Effects of Acrylonitrile
- Acrylonitrile is irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
- Toxic effects range from headache, fatigue, dyspnea, nausea and vomiting to asphyxiation, lactic acidosis and cardiovascular collapse.
- Toxic effects are due primarily to the bioreactivity of acrylonitrile with cellular proteins and to its epoxide intermediate that is mutagenic and genotoxic.
- Toxicity is also due to the release of cyanide during the metabolism of acrylonitrile.

Storage and Transportation Instructions
- Store in a cool, ventilated and dry warehouse away from fire and heat sources. The storage temperature should be below 30°C.
- Do not store or transport together with oxidants, acids, alkalis, and amines.
- Products must be checked for polymerization inhibitor content at all times so that safety measures can be taken.
- When transporting, handle it with care to prevent damage to the container.
- In the event of a leak, first cut off all fire sources, wear a gas mask and rubber gloves, rinse with water, and discharge the sewage into the wastewater system.
- In the event of fire, use dry powder, solvent-resistant foam, and carbon dioxide to extinguish the fire. Keep fire scene containers cool with water.
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Shandong Kaitai is one of the largest acrylic acid and acrylic ester manufacturers in China. It has obtained the national "Three Systems" qualification certification and is the Shandong Provincial Acrylate Engineering Technology Research Center.

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Shadong Kaitai currently has more than 1,000 employees, including more than 100 R&D personnel and 200 personnel with intermediate and senior professional titles.

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