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Pentaerythritol tetranitrate

Also known as: PETN, Pentaerythrityl tetranitrate, Nitropenta, Pentrit, Pentrite, Angicap, Antora, Extex, Nexit, SDM 23, SDM 35, Nitropentytrit, Pentanitrol, Peritrate

Pentaerythritol tetranitrate (CAS 78-11-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8N4O12 and a molecular weight of 316.137 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 139ºC, a boiling point of 426.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 198.8±30.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
78-11-5
Jingsj CID
J-1994091-3
Molecular Formula
C5H8N4O12
Molecular Weight
316.137 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point139ºC
Boiling Point426.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point198.8±30.7 °C
Exact Mass316.013885
PSA220.20000
LogP4.57
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.511

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Pentaerythritol tetranitrate?

The CAS number of Pentaerythritol tetranitrate is 78-11-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pentaerythritol tetranitrate?

Pentaerythritol tetranitrate has molecular formula C5H8N4O12 and molecular weight 316.137 g/mol.

Is Pentaerythritol tetranitrate hazardous?

Pentaerythritol tetranitrate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Pentaerythritol tetranitrate?

For Pentaerythritol tetranitrate, Upstream Products: 2,2'-((Methylenebis(oxy))bis(methylene))bis(2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol), Trichloroacetyl chloride; Downstream Products: N,N-Diethylhydroxylamine, Pentrinitrol.

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