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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

Mannitol hexanitrate

Also known as d-mannitol hexanitrate, D-Mannitol, hexanitrate, mannite hexanitrate

CAS 15825-70-4Formula C6H8N6O18Molar mass 452.15 g/molEC 239-924-6
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Explosive 1 supplier listed
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Mannitol hexanitrate chemical structure, C6H8N6O18, CAS 15825-70-4
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Colorless crystals
Melting point
107 °C
Boiling point
Explodes
Density
1.8 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility
Insoluble in water
HS code
292090
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks
UN number
UN 0133
Illustrative photo, colourless crystals in small glass vials on a laboratory bench
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Mannitol hexanitrate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Mannite hexanitrate is a monosaccharide.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
[(2R,3R,4R,5R)-1,2,4,5,6-pentanitrooxyhexan-3-yl] nitrate
CAS number
15825-70-4 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 130-39-2
EC number
239-924-6
Molecular formula
C6H8N6O18
UNII
99AU28W1G9
InChIKey
DGMJZELBSFOPHH-KVTDHHQDSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H8N6O18/c13-7(14)25-1-3(27-9(17)18)5(29-11(21)22)6(30-12(23)24)4(28-10(19)20)2-26-8(15)16/h3-6H,1-2H2/t3-,4-,5-,6-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
O=[N+]([O-])OCC(O[N+](=O)[O-])C(O[N+](=O)[O-])C(O[N+](=O)[O-])C(CO[N+](=O)[O-])O[N+](=O)[O-]
Isomeric SMILES
C([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO[N+](=O)[O-])O[N+](=O)[O-])O[N+](=O)[O-])O[N+](=O)[O-])O[N+](=O)[O-])O[N+](=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • d-mannitol hexanitrate
  • D-Mannitol, hexanitrate
  • mannite hexanitrate
  • Hexanitrato de manitol
  • Hexanitrate de mannitol
  • Mannityli nitras
  • Hexanitrate of D-mannitol
  • Mannitoli hexanitras
  • Mannitolo esanitrato
  • Mannitylium hexanitricum
  • maltrate
  • mannitate
  • Mannitoli hexanitras (INN-Latin)
  • Mannitol hexanitrate (mart.)
  • Hexanitrate de mannitol (INN-French)
  • Hexanitrato de manitol (INN-Spanish)
  • Mannitol, hexanitrate, D-
  • Nitranitrol
  • Manite
  • Hexanitromannite
  • Manitol hexanitrate, (wet with >= 40 % water or mixture of alcohol and water)
  • Manitol hexanitrate, [wet with >= 40 % water or mixture of alcohol and water]
  • mannitol (alcohol)
  • Angiospasmyl
  • Moloid
Show all 28 synonyms
  • Mannityl nitrate
  • hexanitromannitol
  • Nitromannite

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Colorless crystalsexp.
Melting point
107 °Cexp.
Boiling point
Explodesexp.
Density
1.8 g/cm³ at 20 °Cexp.
Solubility
Insoluble in waterexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
452.15 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
451.9895 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.29calc.
Topological polar surface area
314.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
18calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
30calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS01: Explosive
Explosive

Hazard statements

  • H200Unstable explosive.
Precautionary statements (8)
  • P201Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P202Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
  • P281Use personal protective equipment as required.
  • P372Explosion risk.
  • P373Do not fight fire when fire reaches explosives.
  • P380Evacuate area.
  • P401Store in accordance with local regulations.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 0133
Transport hazard class
1.1

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Explosive cap ingredient, medicine (admixed with at least 10 parts of carbohydrate).

Therapeutic category: Vasodilator.

How it is made

By nitrating mannitol with mixed acid, purifying the precipitate from organic solvents and stabilizing.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 603-036-00-0

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2920.90Indicative HS code

Esters, other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts…

World exports in 2024
$1.05B
+8.0% vs 2023, imports $1.23B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China33.4%
  2. Germany18.8%
  3. United States12.4%
Top importers
  1. United States19.2%
  2. Singapore8.9%
  3. South Korea6.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Mannitol hexanitrate, based on the data on this page

What is Mannitol hexanitrate?

Mannite hexanitrate is a monosaccharide.

What is the CAS number of Mannitol hexanitrate?

The CAS registry number of Mannitol hexanitrate is 15825-70-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 130-39-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Mannitol hexanitrate?

The molecular formula of Mannitol hexanitrate is C6H8N6O18 and its molar mass is 452.15 g/mol.

What is Mannitol hexanitrate used for?

Explosive cap ingredient, medicine (admixed with at least 10 parts of carbohydrate). Therapeutic category: Vasodilator.

Is Mannitol hexanitrate hazardous?

Mannitol hexanitrate carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: unstable explosive. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Mannitol hexanitrate?

Mannitol hexanitrate is usually classified under HS code 292090 (Esters of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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