Acrylonitrile (2-propenenitrile): Sources of emissions
Industry sources
The primary stationary sources are likely to be synthetics, paint, and furniture and fixtures manufacturing facilities where this chemical is used.
Diffuse sources, and industry sources included in diffuse emissions data
Sub-threshold facilities. Acrylonitrile is present in cigarette smoke.
Natural sources
Acrylonitrile is not known to occur as a natural product.
Transport sources
Acrylonitrile can be found in car exhaust.
Consumer products
Acrylonitrile is used as an intermediate in the manufacture of a wide range of consumer products, but undergoes chemical reaction to different substances during the manufacturing process.
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