Description

1,1,1,4-Tetranitrobutane is a specialized high-energy nitroalkane compound. It serves as a critical energetic intermediate and precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials and specialty chemicals. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of energetic materials development, polymer chemistry, and organic synthesis.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: A key precursor for synthesizing novel explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnic compositions.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce nitro functional groups into polymer chains, potentially altering thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a building block for complex nitro-containing organic molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can act as a cross-linker in specialty polymer formulations requiring high energy density.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reference compound in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis of nitro compounds.
• Fuel Additive Research: Investigated for potential use in modifying combustion characteristics in specialized fuel formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,1,4-Tetranitrobutane
CAS No.	20919-96-4
Molecular Formula	C4H6N4O8
Molecular Weight	238.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Butane, 1,1,1,4-tetranitro-; Tetranitrobutane; TNBU; 1,1,1-Trinitro-4-nitrobutane; NSC 84184
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1,1,4-Tetranitrobutane is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by IR spectroscopy, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 properties as a strong oxidizer, store separately from reducing agents, combustible materials, and acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
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%

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