Description

Melamine Picrate CAS NO 70285-40-4 is a high-purity, crystalline organic salt formed from melamine and picric acid. This compound is valued for its specific chemical reactivity and serves as a key intermediate and analytical standard in specialized chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories engaged in the development of energetic materials, chemical sensors, and specialized analytical methodologies.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: Serves as a model compound and precursor in the study and development of novel explosives and propellants.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a reference standard and reagent in colorimetric and spectrophotometric analysis for the detection of specific amines or metals.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate for synthesizing more complex nitrogen-rich heterocyclic compounds and coordination complexes.
• Sensor Development: Investigated for use in the fabrication of chemical sensors and detection systems due to its distinctive colorimetric properties.
• Forensic Science: Employed in laboratory settings for testing and calibration of equipment used in explosive residue analysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a well-defined compound for fundamental research in crystal engineering, thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Melamine Picrate
CAS No.	70285-40-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9N9O7
Molecular Weight	355.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine, compd. with 2,4,6-trinitrophenol (1:1); Melamine 2,4,6-trinitrophenolate; Melamine picronitrate; Picric acid melamine salt; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol melamine salt; Melamine trinitrophenolate
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Quality Control

Our Melamine Picrate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, IR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 properties as a strong oxidizer, it must be segregated from combustible materials, reducing agents, and acids. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Decomposes above 300°C
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.