Dytek® MGN, known as methylglutaronitrile, is a clear, colorless liquid dinitrile. Its versatility is evident in various processes, including hydrolysis to methylglutaric acid, alcoholysis to esters, reduction to amines, and cyclization to compounds such as 3-methylpiperidine and beta-picoline. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate and solvent, offering extractive distillation and extraction capabilities.

Chemical Name: 2- Methylglutaronitrile

CAS Number: 4553-62-2

Chemical Family: Nitriles

Synonyms: 2-methylpentanedinitrile

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Base Chemicals Functions
CASE Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
4553-62-2
EC No.
224-923-5
Molecular Structure

INVISTA Dytek MGN Molecular Structure

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applicable Processes
Applications
  • Hydrolysis to methylglutaric acid
  • Alcoholysis to esters
  • Reduction to amines
  • Cyclization to 3-methylpiperidine, beta-picoline
  • Extractive distillation
  • Extraction solvent

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear colorless liquid dinitrile
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
2-Ethylsuccinonitrile Content0.5wt%
2-Methylglutaronitrile Content99.5wt%
Boiling Point (760 mmHg)274°C
Flash Point126 (259)°C (°F)Tag Closed Cup
Melting Point–44 (-48)°C (°F)
Molecular Weight108.144g/mol
Specific Gravity (at 25°C (77°F))0.95
Viscosity (at 25°C (77°F))5.8cP

Packaging & Availability

Shipping
DOT/IMO Proper Shipping Name Nitriles, Toxic, Liquid, N.O.S (2-Methylglutaronitrile)
Hazard Class 6.1
UN Number 3276
Packaging Group II
Packaging Information
Railcar Net Weight : 140,000/63,500 (lbs/kg)
Tank truck Net Weight : 42,000/19,000 (lbs/kg)
ISO containers Net Weight : 40,000/18,100 (lbs/kg)
Drums Net Weight : 400/181 (lbs/kg)