Description

4,6-Dinitrobenzofuroxane is a high-energy, specialized heterocyclic compound belonging to the benzofuroxan class. This material is valued for its strong oxidizing properties, making it a critical intermediate and reagent in controlled energetic reactions and advanced materials synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of energetic materials development, pyrotechnic compositions, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: A key precursor and oxidizer in the development of novel high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and insensitive munitions formulations.
• Pyrotechnics and Propellants: Used as a high-performance oxidizing agent in specialized pyrotechnic compositions and solid propellant formulations requiring specific burn rates.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile nitrating agent and building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and furoxan derivatives in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical methods for calibrating instruments or studying oxidation-reduction processes.
• Dyes and Pigments Intermediates: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain specialized dyes and pigments where its nitro and furoxan groups impart specific properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4,6-Dinitrobenzofuroxane
CAS No.	5128-28-9
Molecular Formula	C6H2N4O6
Molecular Weight	226.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dinitro-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole 1-oxide; Benzofuroxan, 4,6-dinitro-; DNBF; 4,6-Dinitro-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole N-oxide; 1-Oxido-4,6-dinitro-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole; 4,6-Dinitrobenzofurazan 1-oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dinitrobenzofuroxane is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identification, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 and incompatible materials. Due to its strong oxidizing nature, isolate from reducing agents, combustible materials, and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.