Acrylonitrile Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Acrylonitrile (C3H3N). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Acrylonitrile molecular formula

About Acrylonitrile

Acrylonitrile is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor. It is primarily used in the production of plastics and synthetic fibers, as well as in the production of chemicals used in the agricultural industry.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Class 3, Division 2
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
17°C
Storage temperature
-22°F to 104°F
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Acrylonitrile must not be stored with strong oxidizing agents or strong bases.

Class 3 substances are flammable liquids. Division 2 indicates that the substance is toxic.

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Acrylonitrile

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Acrylonitrile (C3H3N). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: CO2 Dry Foam

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Acrylonitrile should account for its listed hazards (Class 3, Division 2), climate control needs (-22°F to 104°F), and segregation requirements. Acrylonitrile must not be stored with strong oxidizing agents or strong bases.

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Boiling point: 77.3°C, Melting point: -84.5°C, Solubility: Miscible with water

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Acrylonitrile

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Acrylonitrile be stored?

Store Acrylonitrile in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Class 3, Division 2). Climate range guidance: -22°F to 104°F. Compatibility notes: Acrylonitrile must not be stored with strong oxidizing agents or strong bases. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Acrylonitrile flammable?

Yes — Acrylonitrile is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: 17°C. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Acrylonitrile?

Acrylonitrile is listed as: Class 3, Division 2. Class 3 substances are flammable liquids. Division 2 indicates that the substance is toxic.

What fire suppression is recommended for Acrylonitrile?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Acrylonitrile (C3H3N). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Acrylonitrile storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Acrylonitrile. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.