Acrylonitrile

Acrylonitrile

A substance used to make plastics, rubber, and textiles. Being exposed to acrylonitrile may increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as lung, brain, or prostate cancer.

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acrylonitrile

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CH 2 CHCN A colorless liquid compound used in the manufacture of acrylic rubber and fibers. Also known as vinylcyanide.

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acrylonitrile

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A colorless, volatile, flammable liquid used as a raw material in the manufacture of acrylic polymers and fibers.

acrylonitrile

Energy; Petrochemical products

A monomer derived mainly from the reaction of propylene or acetylene with HCN. This is a key raw material used in the fiber, plastics, and rubber industries.

acrylonitrile

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A monomer derived mainly from the reaction of propylene or acetylene with HCN. This is a key raw material used in the fiber, plastics, and rubber industries.

acrylonitrile

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A highly poisonous compound used widely in the manufacture of plastics, adhesives and synthetic rubber.

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