Ammonium picrate
Agent Name
Ammonium picrate
CAS Number
131-74-8
Formula
C6-H3-N3-O7.H3-N
Major Category
Other Uses
Synonyms
2,4,6-Trinitrophenol ammonium salt; Ammonium carbazoate; Ammonium picronitrate; Explosive D; Obeline picrate; Phenol, 2,4,6-trinitro-, ammonium salt; Picratol; Picric acid, ammonium salt; UN0004; UN1310; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Explosives
Description
Bright yellow crystals; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used in explosives, fireworks, rocket propellants, and medicines; [HSDB]
Comments
Severe poisoning after ingestion of 1-2 grams results in gastroenteritis, kidney failure, hepatitis, coma, and death. [CHRIS] A skin and eye irritant; May cause skin sensitization and dermatitis; An explosive hazard; [NJ-HSFS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
3.37E-11 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: