| Molecular Formula | C2H4N2O6 |
| Molar Mass | 152.06 |
| Density | 1.490 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | -22.8° |
| Boling Point | 274.48°C (rough estimate) |
| Flash Point | 2℃ |
| Appearance | Morphological Oily liquid |
| Storage Condition | -20°C |
| Refractive Index | nD20 1.395 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | EPA Chemical Information Ethylene glycol dinitrate (628-96-6) |
| Risk Codes | R2 - Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition R26/27/28 - Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R33 - Danger of cumulative effects R36 - Irritating to the eyes R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R11 - Highly Flammable R3 - Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition |
| Safety Description | S33 - Take precautionary measures against static discharges. S35 - This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. |
| UN IDs | 0473 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| Hazard Class | 1.1A |
| Raw Materials | 2,2-[ethane-1,2-diylbis(oxy)]bisethyl dinitrate DEGN Water ETHYLENE OXIDE ETHYLENE |
| Downstream Products | 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethanol 1-nitrate 2-hydroxyethyl nitrate Ethyl nitrate |
| category | Explosives |
| toxicity classification | highly toxic |
| acute toxicity | oral-rat LD50: 460 mg/kg; Oral-mouse LD50: 540 mg/kg |
| explosive hazard characteristics | High heat, vibration, impact, friction can explode |
| flammability hazard characteristics | Toxic nitrogen oxide smoke from combustion |
| storage and transportation characteristics | light and light; the warehouse is ventilated, away from open flames, high temperature, and sunlight; separate from oxidants, combustibles, and food raw materials. |
| fire extinguishing agent | water |
| occupational standards | TWA 0.3 mg/m3; STEL 1 mg/m3 |
| toxic substance data | 628-96-6(Hazardous Substances Data) |
| immediate threat to life and health concentration | 75 mg/m3 |