Description

1,2,3,5-Tetranitrobenzene is a specialized nitroaromatic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and materials research. Its value lies in its potent oxidizing properties and its role as a key intermediate for creating complex energetic materials and functional chemical architectures. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as specialized manufacturers in the fields of energetic materials formulation, pyrotechnic compositions, and high-performance chemical synthesis.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: A critical precursor and model compound in the development of novel high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and insensitive munitions.
• Pyrotechnic Compositions: Used as an oxidizing agent in specialized pyrotechnic formulations requiring high oxygen balance and specific burn characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a building block for synthesizing more complex polynitroaromatic compounds and heterocyclic systems.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a standard in chromatography and spectroscopy for the identification and quantification of nitroaromatic compounds in environmental and forensic analysis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and pigments, leveraging its nitro-substituted aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,5-Tetranitrobenzene
CAS No.	3698-53-1
Molecular Formula	C6H2N4O8
Molecular Weight	258.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,5-TNB; Benzene, 1,2,3,5-tetranitro-; s-Tetranitrobenzene; TNB; Tetranitrobenzene; 2,4,5,6-Tetranitro-1,3-benzenediol (tautomer); NSC 403107
EINECS	223-044-6

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,5-Tetranitrobenzene is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your quality protocols.

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 strong oxidizing nature, isolate from combustible and reducing materials. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow 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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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