Substance profile
2,4,6-Trinitroanisole
2,4,6-Trinitroanisole is crystals.
01 · Identification
What 2,4,6-Trinitroanisole is
2,4,6-Trinitroanisole is crystals. Its molecular formula is C7H5N3O7 and its molecular weight is 243.13 g/mol. It melts at 67.6 °C.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Warning.
02 · GHS classification
Hazards and label elements
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H201 | Explosive; mass explosion hazard. |
| H332 | Harmful if inhaled. |
| H312 | Harmful in contact with skin. |
| H302 | Harmful if swallowed. |
| H411 | Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
Precautionary statements: P210, P260, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301, P302, P304, P312, P330, P352, P391, P501
03 · Physical and chemical properties
2,4,6-Trinitroanisole properties
Every value is shown with the conditions it was measured under and the source it came from. Where sources disagree, all values are listed rather than one being picked — the difference is usually a different form of the substance, not an error.
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting point | 67.6 °C (153.7 °F) | HSDB | |
| Density | 1.408 g/cm³ | HSDB | |
| Solubility | Very soluble in ethanol, chloroform, benzene; soluble in ether | HSDB | |
| In water, 200 mg/L at 15 °C, 1368 mg/L at 50 °C | at 15 °C | HSDB | |
| Vapor pressure | 0.0000055 mmHg | HSDB | |
| Corrosivity | Does not attack metals provided it is protected from moisture. | HSDB |
Values compiled from PubChem Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary. Temperatures converted to Fahrenheit for reference.
04 · Handling and storage
Storing and handling 2,4,6-Trinitroanisole
Reactivity
TRINITROANISOLE is one of the least sensitive explosives. It is quite toxic to humans and therefore hasn't been used in general as an explosive.
Source: CAMEO Chemicals
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