Description

N,N',N'',N'''-Tetranitro-1,2,3,4-Cyclobutanetetramine is a high-energy density compound of significant interest in advanced materials research and development. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring a cyclobutane core with four nitroamino substituents, makes it a valuable precursor and model compound for studying energetic materials and novel chemical frameworks. This specialized chemical is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the fields of defense technology, aerospace, and fundamental organic chemistry. Its controlled synthesis and availability are critical for innovation in propellant formulations and high-performance material science.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: Serves as a key precursor or model compound in the development of novel high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and insensitive munitions.
• Propellant & Explosive Formulation: Investigated for potential use as a high-performance additive or energetic binder component in advanced solid rocket propellants and explosive compositions.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used in specialized organic synthesis to construct complex nitrogen-rich heterocycles and cage compounds for pharmaceutical and agrochemical discovery.
• Aerospace & Defense R&D: Employed in research laboratories focused on next-generation propulsion systems and payload technologies requiring materials with specific thermodynamic properties.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and government labs for fundamental studies on nitramine chemistry, molecular stability, and decomposition kinetics.
• Pyrotechnic Composition Development: May be evaluated in the formulation of specialized pyrotechnic mixtures for specific optical or acoustic effects.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N',N'',N'''-Tetranitro-1,2,3,4-Cyclobutanetetramine
CAS No.	186179-71-5
Molecular Formula	C4H8N8O8
Molecular Weight	296.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetranitro-1,2,3,4-tetraazacyclobutane; Tetranitrocyclobutanetetramine; TNCT; 1,2,3,4-Tetranitro-1,2,3,4-tetraazacyclobutane; Cyclobutanetetramine tetranitrate; HNIW analogue (caged nitramine precursor); TNTA (Tetranitrotetraazacyclobutane)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our N,N',N'',N'''-Tetranitro-1,2,3,4-Cyclobutanetetramine is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), and thermal stability assessment (DSC/TGA). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and regulatory documentation needs.

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 nature as an easily oxidized compound, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents, acids, and bases. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Impurities (HPLC)	Individually ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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