Description

Tetranitromethane (CAS NO 509-14-8) is a powerful oxidizing agent and a high-energy nitro compound of significant industrial interest. Its primary value lies in its role as a specialized reagent for controlled oxidation reactions and as a key component in energetic materials research. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in sectors such as explosives formulation, specialty chemical synthesis, and analytical chemistry, where precise and potent oxidizing capabilities are required.

Application

• Energetic Materials & Propellants: Used as a high-energy additive and oxidizing agent in the formulation of specialized explosives and rocket propellants.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a potent nitrating and oxidizing reagent in the production of complex nitro compounds and other specialty chemicals.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a standard reagent in analytical chemistry and research for studying oxidation kinetics and reaction mechanisms.
• Fuel Additive Research: Investigated for potential use as a cetane improver or combustion modifier in high-performance fuel systems.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can be utilized in polymer chemistry to initiate or modify cross-linking reactions in specific elastomer systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetranitromethane
CAS No.	509-14-8
Molecular Formula	C(NO₂)₄ or CN₄O₈
Molecular Weight	196.03 g/mol
Synonyms	TNM; Tetranitromethan; Nitroform; Tetranitrocarbane; Methane, tetranitro-; RCRA waste number P112; TNM (oxidizer)
EINECS	208-094-7

Quality Control

Our Tetranitromethane is manufactured and tested under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for industrial applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system adheres to industry best practices for handling high-energy materials, ensuring the product meets the precise specifications required for research and manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials such as reducing agents, strong bases, and organic compounds. Due to its strong oxidizing nature, it must be segregated from combustible and flammable substances. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Containers should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and checked regularly for integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as HNO₃)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.622 - 1.638

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