1-Nitropropane

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

1-nitropropane is produced industrially by the reaction of propane and nitric acid.

1-nitropropane is also a byproduct of the process for making 2-nitropropane, which is done by vapour phase nitration of propane.

The vapours are irritating for the lungs and eyes and the maximum exposure rate is 25 ppm.

It also reacts violently with oxidizing agents and strong bases.

NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 3: Short exposure could cause serious temporary or residual injury. E.g. chlorine gas Flammability 3: Liquids and solids that can be ignited under almost all ambient temperature conditions. Flash point between 23 and 38 °C (73 and 100 °F). E.g. gasoline Instability 2: Undergoes violent chemical change at elevated temperatures and pressures, reacts violently with water, or may form explosive mixtures with water. E.g. white phosphorus Special hazards (white): no code