Product Description

Product2,6-DINITROTOLUENE
CAS606-20-2
FormulaC7H6N2O4
SynonymRcra waste number U106, 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE, 2,6-Dnt, 1-Methyl-2,6-dinitrobenzene, 2-methyl-1,3-dinitro-benzen, 1,3-Dinitro 2-methyl benzene, Benzene, 2-methyl-1,3-dinitro-, 2-Methyl-1,3-dinitro-benzene, 2-Methyl-1,3-dinitrobenzene, 2,6-dinitro-toluen, Toluene, 2,6-dinitro-

Typical Product Specifications

Molecular weight182.13
EINECS210-106-0
InChI1S/C7H6N2O4/c1-5-6(8(10)11)3-2-4-7(5)9(12)13/h2-4H,1H3
StabilityStable, but shock sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, strong bases. Heating may cause explosion.
Melting Point56-61 °C
Boiling Point300°C
Water solubility0.0182 g/100 mL
BRN Number2052046
Storage Temperature2-8°C
Density1.2833
Flash Point207°C
Notes2,6-DINITROTOLUENE uses and applications include: manufacturing of dyes, explosives (TNT), urethane polymers, flexiblerigid foams, elastomers, surface coatings and dyes; organic synthesis; chemical intermediate for toluene-2,6-diamine; gelatinizing and waterproofing agent in explosives Suggested storage of 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE: Store in explosion-proof refrigerator; keep tightly closed; keep away from oxidizing materials; store away from ignition sources
ClassSpecialty Chemicals, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals
FunctionIntermediates
IndustryOrganics
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