Description

2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexanitroazobenzene is a high-energy, nitro-rich organic compound belonging to the azobenzene derivative family. This material is significant for its specialized role in research and development within energetic materials science. It is primarily required by advanced research laboratories and development facilities focusing on propellants, pyrotechnics, and specialized chemical synthesis. The compound is identified by CAS number 19159-68-3.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: A key intermediate or model compound in the study of high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) for advanced propulsion systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized precursor or building block in the synthesis of complex nitroaromatic compounds and azo dyes with specific energetic properties.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical methods development, calibration, and quality control in laboratories analyzing nitroaromatics.
• Pyrotechnic Formulation Development: Investigated for potential use in specialized pyrotechnic compositions requiring specific combustion characteristics.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research in universities and corporate R&D centers studying the thermal stability, decomposition kinetics, and structure-property relationships of polynitro compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexanitroazobenzene
CAS No.	19159-68-3
Molecular Formula	C12H4N8O12
Molecular Weight	452.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexanitroazobenzene; HNBB; 2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexanitroazobenzol; 1,1'-(Diazene-1,2-diyl)bis(2,4,6-trinitrobenzene); Azobenzene, 2,2',4,4',6,6'-hexanitro-; (2,4,6-Trinitrophenyl)(2,4,6-trinitrophenyl)diazene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2',4,4',6,6'-Hexanitroazobenzene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including identification by spectroscopic methods and purity assay. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key specifications such as assay, identity, and impurity profile.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its energetic nature, store separately from incompatible materials and only in the quantities necessary for research use. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.