Description

n-Nitro-2-Hydroxyethyl-Carbamic Acid Nitrate is a specialized organic nitrate ester compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, incorporating both nitro and nitrate ester groups, makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of energetic materials and fine chemicals. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical intermediates, propellant formulation, and specialty polymer chemistry.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel propellants, explosives, and pyrotechnic compositions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for the development of nitro-containing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce nitro and nitrate functional groups into polymer chains for specialized material properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a reactive intermediate in the production of cross-linked polymers and resins.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis for the controlled introduction of nitrogen-oxygen functional groups.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a high-purity standard and reagent in analytical and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-Nitro-2-Hydroxyethyl-Carbamic Acid Nitrate
CAS No.	13516-72-8
Molecular Formula	C₃H₇N₃O₇
Molecular Weight	197.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Nitroamino)oxy]ethyl carbamate nitrate; N-Nitro-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)carbamic acid nitrate ester; Ethanol, 2-[(nitroamino)oxy]-, 1-carbamate (nitrate); HNEC nitrate; Nitrohydroxyethylcarbamate nitrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of n-Nitro-2-Hydroxyethyl-Carbamic Acid Nitrate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for demanding industrial and research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Due to its sensitivity, the product should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents, strong acids, and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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