Chemical & Material
Acrylonitrile
Acrylonitrile is an organic compound with the formula CH2CHCN. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a slightly pungent odor. And it is also a hazardous chemical substance and regulated as such throughout most of the world.Acrylonitrile is an important monomer for the manufacture of useful plastics such as polyacrylonitrile. It is reactive and toxic at low doses.
- Types
- Propylene Method · Propane Method
- Applications
- Acrylic Fibres · ABS and SAN resins · Acrylamide
5 editions21 December 2025