Description

2,3,4-Trinitrotoluene is a specialized nitroaromatic compound, distinct from the more common 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) isomer. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate and research standard in the development and analysis of energetic materials. It is primarily required by research institutions, defense contractors, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on explosives chemistry, performance testing, and analytical method development.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: A key reference standard and intermediate for synthesizing and studying novel high-energy compounds.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a calibration standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy for the identification and quantification of nitroaromatics.
• Performance Testing: Employed in comparative studies to understand the structure-activity relationships and explosive properties of different TNT isomers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or model compound in organic synthesis for introducing nitro functionalities into complex molecules.
• Forensic and Environmental Analysis: Acts as a marker compound in the detection and analysis of explosive residues in forensic and environmental samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4-Trinitrotoluene
CAS No.	602-29-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5N3O6
Molecular Weight	227.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-TNT; 1-Methyl-2,3,4-trinitrobenzene; TNT (2,3,4-isomer); β-TNT; Trinitrotoluene (unspecified isomer); NSC 8427
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4-Trinitrotoluene is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. Material identity and purity are verified using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as a strong oxidizer, store separately from reducing agents, fuels, and other combustible materials. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	112 - 116 °C
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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