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Description

PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE · CAS 78-11-5 · C5H8N4O12. UNII 10L39TRG1Z. Boiling Point: Explodes at 205-215 °C; Boiling Point: BP: 180 °C at 50 mm Hg; Melting Point: 140.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	78-11-5
PubChem CID	6518
Molecular formula	C5H8N4O12
IUPAC name	[3-nitrooxy-2,2-bis(nitrooxymethyl)propyl] nitrate
UNII (FDA)	10L39TRG1Z

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	316.14
XLogP3	1.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	12
Rotatable Bond Count	8
Exact Mass	316.01387170
Monoisotopic Mass	316.01387170
Topological Polar Surface Area	220
Heavy Atom Count	21
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	Explodes at 205-215 °C
Boiling Point	BP: 180 °C at 50 mm Hg
Melting Point	140
Melting Point	140.5 °C
Melting Point	138 °C
Solubility	0.133
Density	1.773 at 20 °C/4 °C
Density	1.77 g/cm³
Density	1.773 @ 20°C
Vapor Pressure	0.00000014 [mmHg]

Physical description & handling notes

• Pentaerythrite tetranitrate appears as white crystals. Density 1.75 g / cm3. Melting point 138-140 °C. Detonates at 210 °C. An extremely dangerous explosive, particularly when dry. Especially sensitive to shock and heat. Primary hazard is blast of an instantaneous explosion, not flying projectiles or fragments.
• Pentaerythrite tetranitrate with >= 7 % wax appears as white crystals mixed with more than 7% wax. The pure compound is a dangerous explosive, particularly when dry, and is especially sensitive to shock and heat. The admixture of wax reduces sensitivity. May explode under exposure to heat or fire. Primary hazard is blast of an instantaneous explosion, not flying projectiles or fragments.
• Dry Powder
• Colorless to white solid; [ICSC]
• COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER.
• Tetragonal holohedra from acetone + alcohol

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H200, H201, H302 (43.3%), H301 (100%), H311 (100%), H331 (100%)

Documented Uses

• Used to manufacture detonating fuses (Primacord), blasting caps, and pharmaceuticals (vasodilators) [HSDB]
• Mainly in the manufacture of detonating fuse (Primacord), a waterproof textile filled with powdered PETN.
• Demolition explosive; blasting caps
• ...A component (mixed with hexahydro-1,2,5-trinitro-1,3,4-triazine) in "plastic" explosives such as Semtex.
• Therapeutic Category: Vasodilator (coronary)
• Use (kg; approx.) in Germany (2009): >10000

Synonyms

PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE; PETN; Penthrite; Nitropenta; Peritrate; Nitropentaerythrite; Pentaerithrityl tetranitrate; 78-11-5; Nitropentaerythritol; Penthrit; Vasodiatol; Baritrate; Nitropenton; Pentafin; Pentanitrine; Pentanitrol

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE?

CAS 78-11-5; molecular formula C5H8N4O12; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE known by?

PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE, PETN, Penthrite, Nitropenta, Peritrate, Nitropentaerythrite.

Is PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H200, H201, H302, H301, H311.

What are the key physical properties of PENTAERYTHRITE TETRANITRATE?

Boiling Point: Explodes at 205-215 °C; Boiling Point: BP: 180 °C at 50 mm Hg; Melting Point: 140; Melting Point: 140.5 °C.

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