nitromethane for sale
Synonyms: NITROMETHANE, 75-52-5, Methane, nitro-, Nitrocarbol, Nitrometane, CH3NO2, MeNO2, nitro methane
Nitromethane, sometimes shortened to simply “nitro”, is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH3NO2. It is the simplest organic nitro compound. It is a polar liquid commonly used as a solvent in a variety of industrial applications such as in extractions, as a reaction medium, and as a cleaning solvent. As an intermediate in organic synthesis, it is used widely in the manufacture of pesticides, explosives, fibers, and coatings. Nitromethane is used as a fuel additive in various motorsports and hobbies, eg Top Fuel drag racing and miniature internal combustion engines in radio control, control line and free flight model aircraft.
- molecular weight: 61.040 g/mol
- Melting point: -28.7 °C
- boiling point: 101.1 °C
- density: 1.1371
Nitromethane appears as a colorless oily liquid. Flash point 95°F. May violently decompose if intensely heated when contaminated. Denser than water and slightly soluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Moderately toxic. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion.
Nitromethane is a colorless, oily, highly flammable liquid with a strong, disagreeable odor that emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides upon decomposition. Nitromethane is used to make industrial antimicrobials and pharmaceuticals, and is also used as a soil fumigant and as a fuel in race car engines. Exposure to nitromethane irritates the skin and affects the central nervous system causing nausea, dizziness and narcosis. This substance is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.
