Description

1,2-Propanediol Dinitrate is an organic nitrate ester compound with significant industrial utility. Its primary value lies in its role as a powerful oxidizing agent and energetic material intermediate, making it a critical component in specialized manufacturing processes. This product is essential for industries involved in the research, development, and production of propellants, specialty explosives, and other high-energy formulations.

Application

• Primary component or energetic plasticizer in the formulation of propellants and rocket fuels.
• Key intermediate in the synthesis of specialized explosives and energetic materials for industrial and defense applications.
• Oxidizing agent in controlled pyrotechnic compositions and specialty chemical reactions.
• Research and development chemical in materials science for studying nitrate ester chemistry and stability.
• Potential use as a vasodilator analog in pharmaceutical research, given its structural relation to medically relevant organic nitrates.
• Specialized applications in analytical chemistry as a standard or reference material.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Propanediol Dinitrate
CAS No.	6423-43-4
Molecular Formula	C3H6N2O6
Molecular Weight	166.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Propylene Glycol Dinitrate (PGDN); 1,2-Propylene Glycol Dinitrate; 1,2-Dinitroxypropane; Propane-1,2-diyl dinitrate; Nitroglycol (related); EGDN (Ethylene Glycol Dinitrate) analog; PGDN
EINECS	229-186-3

Quality Control

Our production of 1,2-Propanediol Dinitrate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for demanding industrial applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your technical specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its nature as a strong oxidizer, it must be segregated from combustible materials, reducing agents, and strong acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (36-46°F) to enhance long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as HNO3)	≤ 0.05%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.38 - 1.42
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.445

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