Description

2,4,6-Trinitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity nitroaromatic compound of significant industrial and research importance. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a precursor for energetic materials and specialty dyes. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the explosives, fine chemical synthesis, and analytical reagent sectors. We supply this material with a focus on consistent quality, reliable purity, and secure global logistics.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of high-energy materials and specialty explosives.
• Precursor for the production of azo dyes and other complex organic pigments.
• Building block in advanced organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemical research.
• Used in analytical chemistry as a standard or reagent for calibration and testing.
• Component in corrosion inhibitor formulations for specialized industrial applications.
• Research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories studying nitroaromatic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trinitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	129-66-8
Molecular Formula	C7H3N3O8
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Trinitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,4,6-trinitro-; Picramic acid; Trinitrobenzoic acid; TNBA; 2-Carboxy-1,3,5-trinitrobenzene; 1,3,5-Trinitro-2-carboxybenzene; NSC 403697
EINECS	204-954-9

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Trinitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results from HPLC, IR, and titration methods is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its sensitivity, the product should be kept under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	228 - 232 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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