Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%

Name: Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003143

About Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%

Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane (CAS 126-11-4) is a biological buffer offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C4H9NO5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 151.12 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol. It is also known as 2-Hydroxymethyl-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol or Trimethylolnitromethane.

It is supplied as white powder to chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 214 °C (dec.). Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span buffer preparation, cell culture and electrophoresis and chromatography. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Buffer preparation
Cell culture
Electrophoresis & chromatography

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003143
CAS Number	126-11-4
IUPAC name	2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
Molecular formula	C₄H₉NO₅
Molecular weight	151.12 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0481
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29429090
InChIKey	OLQJQHSAWMFDJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(CO)(CO)[N+](=O)[O-])O
PubChem CID	31337

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder to chunks
Melting point	214 °C (dec.)
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	107 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxymethyl-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, Trimethylolnitromethane, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, Cimcool wafers, Nitroisobutylglycerol, 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-nitro-, Trihydroxymethylnitromethane, Nitrotris(hydroxymethyl)methane, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-nitropropanediol, 2-Nitro-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, 2-Hydroxymethyl-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol, Isobutylglycerol, Nitro

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302+H332Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% is 126-11-4. It is also known as 2-Hydroxymethyl-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol, Trimethylolnitromethane, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-nitro-1,3-propanediol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%?

Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% has the molecular formula C4H9NO5 and a molecular weight of 151.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% can I order?

We supply Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Tris(hydroxymethyl)nitromethane, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.