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Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate
Also known as: PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE · PETN · Penthrite · Nitropenta
- CAS No.
- 78-11-5
- Formula
- C5H8N4O12
- Molar mass
- 316.14 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 6518
Explosive
Toxic
Harmful / Irritant
Summary
Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate (C5H8N4O12), CAS 78-11-5. Common in labs and industry. Read on for hazards, storage, PPE and mixing rules.
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Hazards
May explode when exposed to heat, shock or flame.
May be fatal even in small doses.
May cause skin, eye or respiratory irritation.
Hazard statements
- H200: (Deleted) Unstable Explosive [Danger Explosives]
- H201: (Deleted) Explosive
- H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
- H301
- H311
- H331
Storage
Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.
Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.
Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.
Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.
Personal protective equipment
Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.
Safety goggles with side shields.
A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.
Occupational exposure limits (HSE)
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- Explosive. Keep away from shock, friction, sparks and heat. Store in dedicated magazines.
- Acute toxicity. Work under a fume hood, restrict access, keep a specific antidote plan available.
- Irritant / harmful. Ventilate the workspace and avoid skin contact.
Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.
FAQ
Is Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate flammable?+
Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate (CAS 78-11-5) does not carry the GHS02 flame pictogram in our records. Always confirm with the manufacturer's SDS section 9 (flash point) before assuming a product is non-flammable.
What PPE should I wear when handling Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate?+
Safety glasses with side shields and nitrile gloves are the baseline. Work inside a fume hood or use a suitable respirator. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.
How should Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate be stored?+
Store Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate (CAS 78-11-5) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
Is Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate dangerous for the environment?+
No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.
Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate?+
Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.
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