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Dinitroglycoluril

Also known as Dingu, Tetrahydro-1,4-dinitroimidazo(4,5-d)imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione, Tetrahydro-1,4-dinitroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione

CAS 55510-04-8Formula C4H4N6O6Molar mass 232.11 g/molEC 259-683-0
Dinitroglycoluril chemical structure, C4H4N6O6, CAS 55510-04-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
55510-04-8
Formula
C4H4N6O6
Physical form
Solid
HS code
293399
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks
UN number
UN 0489
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What is Dinitroglycoluril?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dinitroglycoluril dingu appears as a solid or liquid substance. May explode under prolonged exposure to heat or fire. Primary hazard is blast of an instantaneous explosion, not flying projectiles or fragments.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3,6-dinitro-1,3a,4,6a-tetrahydroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5-dione
CAS number
55510-04-8 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
259-683-0
Molecular formula
C4H4N6O6
InChIKey
YZTLXSKKFIMAKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H4N6O6/c11-3-5-1-2(8(3)10(15)16)6-4(12)7(1)9(13)14/h1-2H,(H,5,11)(H,6,12)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C12C(NC(=O)N1[N+](=O)[O-])N(C(=O)N2)[N+](=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • Dingu
  • Tetrahydro-1,4-dinitroimidazo(4,5-d)imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione
  • Tetrahydro-1,4-dinitroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione
  • Imidazo(4,5-d)imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione, tetrahydro-1,4-dinitro-
  • Tetrahydro1,4dinitroimidazo(4,5d)imidazole2,5(1H,3H)dione
  • Imidazo(4,5d)imidazole2,5(1H,3H)dione, tetrahydro1,4dinitro
  • 1,4-dinitroglycoluril
  • 3,6-dinitro-1,3a,4,6a-tetrahydroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5-dione
  • 1,4-dinitrotetrahydroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5(1H,3H)-dione
  • DNGU
  • Dinitroglycoluril or Dingu
  • Dinitroglycoluril or Dingu [UN0489] [Explosive 1.1D]
  • 1,4-dinitrotetrahydroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazol-2,5(1h,3h)-dione
  • 1,4-Dinitro-1,3a,4,6a-tetrahydroimidazo[4,5-d]imidazole-2,5-diol
  • 1,4-dinitro-1,3,4,6,3a,6a-hexahydro-1,3,4,6-tetraazapentalene-2,5-dione

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical form
Solidexp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
232.11 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
232.0192 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.93calc.
Topological polar surface area
151 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
16calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1NC2NC(=O)NC2N1

O=C1NC2NC(=O)NC2N1

2 rings, 10 atoms, the Glycoluril ring system.

54 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms
UN number
UN 0489
Transport hazard class
1.1

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Dinitroglycoluril is traded under.

HS 2933.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$12.1B
−31.0% vs 2023, imports $28.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. India * partner reported16.3%
  3. Ireland9.0%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia31.7%
  2. Italy24.2%
  3. United States5.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Dinitroglycoluril is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dinitroglycoluril?

Dinitroglycoluril dingu appears as a solid or liquid substance. May explode under prolonged exposure to heat or fire. Primary hazard is blast of an instantaneous explosion, not flying projectiles or fragments.

What is the CAS number of Dinitroglycoluril?

The CAS registry number of Dinitroglycoluril is 55510-04-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dinitroglycoluril?

The molecular formula of Dinitroglycoluril is C4H4N6O6 and its molar mass is 232.11 g/mol.

What is Dinitroglycoluril used for?

Known uses and roles of Dinitroglycoluril include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is Dinitroglycoluril hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Dinitroglycoluril is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Dinitroglycoluril?

Dinitroglycoluril is usually classified under HS code 293399 (Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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