English name: 2,4-dinitrotoluene

Synonyms :1-Methyl-2,4-Dinitrobenzene; 2,4-Dinitrotoluol; 2,4-DNT

CAS number: 121-14-2
Molecular formula: C₇H₆N₂O ₄;CH₃C₆H₃(NO₂)₂
Molecular weight: 182.14
 

Appearance and traits:yellowish needle-like crystals, bitter almond taste

Assay:99%min (GC)

Acidity(as sulfuric acid):0.005%max

Insoluble in acetone:0.10%max

Moisture & Volatile:0.25%max

Melting point(℃):68 min

Granulation through a #16 US Screen:95%min

Flash point: 207                              
Boiling point: 300℃

Vapour pressure: 13.33kPa/157.7 ℃
Solubility: slightly soluble in water, ethanol, ether, soluble in benzene, acetone
Density: relative density (water =1) 1.52; relative density (air =1) 6.27
Stability: stable
Hazard markers: 14 (drugs)

Application: intermediate used in the manufacture of dyes, explosives

Package: 25kg/fibre drum