Description

Nitromethane is a versatile and highly reactive organic compound primarily valued as a fundamental building block and high-performance solvent in industrial synthesis. Its unique chemical properties make it indispensable for applications requiring a polar, aprotic solvent with excellent solvating power and a high dielectric constant. Key industries that rely on this compound include pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, explosives, and specialty chemical manufacturing, where it serves as a critical reagent and reaction medium.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis & Intermediate: A crucial starting material and solvent for producing pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and fine chemicals, including the synthesis of chloramphenicol and other antibiotics.
• Fuel Additive & Racing Fuel: Used as a high-performance fuel additive and a primary component in top-fuel drag racing and model engines to significantly boost power and octane rating.
• Explosives & Propellants: Serves as a stabilizer, gelatinizing agent, and explosive ingredient in commercial and military applications, often in combination with other compounds.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as an effective solvent for polymers, resins, cellulose esters, and coatings due to its strong solvating ability and volatility.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Acts as a solvent in adhesive systems and surface coatings where rapid evaporation is required.
• Laboratory & Analytical Reagent: Utilized in research and analytical chemistry as a reaction solvent and for various spectroscopic calibrations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitromethane
CAS No.	75-52-5
Molecular Formula	CH3NO2
Molecular Weight	61.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Nitrocarbol; Nitrometan; Nitromethan; Nitrometano; Methane, nitro-; UN1261; RCRA waste number U154
EINECS	200-876-6

Quality Control

Our Nitromethane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, verifying key parameters such as purity, water content, and impurity profiles. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards of industrial and research applications, ensuring product integrity from production to delivery.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain purity. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress. Store separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as CH3NO2)	≤ 0.05%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.381 - 1.383
Density (20°C)	1.130 - 1.138 g/mL
Boiling Point	101°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.