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Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane

Also known as: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol, 2-Hydroxymethyl-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, 2-HYDROXYMETHYL-2-NITRO-PROPANE-1,3-DIOL, Trimethylolnitromethane, TRIHYDROXYMETHYLNITROMETHANE, TRIS (HYDROXY METHYL) NITROMETHANE, TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL) NITROMETHANE, 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-nitro-, Cimcool wafers, cimcoolwafers, MFCD00007395

Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane (CAS 126-11-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9NO5 and a molecular weight of 151.11800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 160 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 445.6±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.3±17.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 4, 2026.

CAS No.
126-11-4
Jingsj CID
J-35824-7
Molecular Formula
C4H9NO5
Molecular Weight
151.11800 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
11/4/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point160 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point445.6±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point209.3±17.2 °C
Exact Mass151.048065
PSA106.51000
LogP0.35
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.536

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905590090
Summary2905590090 other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane?

The CAS number of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane is 126-11-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane?

Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane has molecular formula C4H9NO5 and molecular weight 151.11800 g/mol.

Is Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane hazardous?

Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane?

For Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, 2-Propanol, 1-nitro, 1-NITROMETHYLCYCLOHEXANOL; Downstream Products: Bromopicrin, Bronopol, Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane (CAS 126-11-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-35824-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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