Nitromethane
- CAS Number
- 75-52-5
- HSN Code
- 29042090
- Molecular Formula
- CH3NO2
- Catalogue Number
- AL3294
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 61.04 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Nitromethane is a primary nitroalkane that is methane in which one of the hydrogens is replace by a nitro group. A polar solvent (b.p. 101 C), it is an important starting material in organic synthesis.
Also known as Methyl nitrite.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3294
- CAS Number
- 75-52-5
- Molecular Formula
- CH3NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 61.04 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29042090
- Grade
- 98% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -28.7 °C; Boiling point: 101.1 °C; Flash point: 95 °F (35 °C) (Closed Cup); Density: 1.1371 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: Solubility of water in nitromethane: 2.1% at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 1 Lt glass bottle with tin cap, 2.5 Lt glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Nitromethane
- Catalogue No.
- AL3294
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 75-52-5
- EC Number
- 200-876-6
- Grade
- 98% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 607-007-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- CH3NO2
- HSN Code
- 29042090
- Synonyms
- Methyl nitrite
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Solvent, fuel additive, and synthetic intermediate.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 3; Acute Tox. 4
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6375 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May form explosive peroxides upon prolonged storage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Nitromethane
- CAS No.
- 75-52-5
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, and respiratory irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx).
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area and avoid inhalation of vapors.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Moderately strong, somewhat disagreeable odor
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- -28.7 °C
- Freezing point
- -29 °C
- Boiling point
- 101.1 °C
- Flash point
- 95 °F (35 °C) (Closed Cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 785 °F (418 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 3.58X10+1 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 2.11 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.1371 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Solubility of water in nitromethane: 2.1% at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- low Kow = -0.35
- Viscosity, kinematic
- 0.9 cSt at 20 °C
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- May form explosive mixtures with air under certain conditions
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Lower: 2.3% vol, Upper: 36% vol
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; avoid heat, sparks, and open flames.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- May decompose explosively on shock, friction or concussion. May explode on heating. Decomposes on burning.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 940 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 950 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 110 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 1261
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1261
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1261
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1261
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1261
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Nitromethane
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Nitromethane
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Nitromethane
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Nitromethane
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Nitromethane
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a solvent, model racing-fuel additive, and reactive nitroalkane building block in organic (Henry reaction) synthesis.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01106
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 61.04 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Clear colourless liquid | Clear colourless liquid |
| Assay | (Min.) 98.0% | 98.48% |
| Identity By IR | Passes test | Passes test |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% For Synthesis | ≥ 98% | m.p. -28.7 °C; b.p. 101.1 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Solubility of water in nitromethane: 2.1% at 25 °C |
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