1-Nitropropane (1-NP) Supplier Manufacturer visakhapatnam India

1-Nitropropane (1-NP) is a solvent. It is a colorless liquid, an isomer of 2-nitropropane (2-NP), and classified as a nitro compound.

Preparation

1-nitropropane is produced industrially by the reaction of propane and nitric acid. This reaction forms four nitroalkanes: nitromethane, nitroethane, 1-nitropropane, and 2-nitropropane. 1-nitropropane is also a byproduct of the process for making 2-nitropropane, which is done by vapour phase nitration of propane.

Uses

Most 1-nitropropane is used as a starting material for other compounds. The other uses are solvent-based paints, solvent-based inks and adhesives, and as a solvent for chemical reactions.

1-Nitropropane is used as a solvent in the formulation of inks and protective coatings, insolvent extraction processes, and in the synthesis of a number of chemical compounds.

  Product Uses.
• Consumers could come into contact with this product through paints or inks that may containsmall amounts of it, or as a solvent in other product formulations. 1-Nitropropane is also usedas a chemical intermediate.

Safety

1-nitropropane is toxic to humans and can cause damage to the kidneys and liver. The vapours are irritating for the lungs and eyes and the maximum exposure rate is 25 ppm. It is not known to be a carcinogen.