Nitrocellulose
◐The chemical name of nitrocellulose is cellulose nitrate, which is mainly composed of refined cotton and moisture agents (such as ethanol, isopropanol, and water). It appears as a white or slightly yellow fluffy substance, is odorless, non-toxic, and biodegradable, making it an environmentally friendly material.
Product Details
1.Introduction
Nitrocellulose, chemically known as cellulose nitrate, is primarily composed of refined cotton and moisture agents (such as ethanol, isopropanol, and water). It appears as a white or slightly yellow fluffy substance, is odorless, non-toxic, and biodegradable, making it an environmentally friendly material.
Nitrocellulose is the main raw material for producing nitrocellulose solutions and is mainly used in inks, wood coatings, leather finishing agents, various nitrocellulose coatings, fireworks, fuels, and everyday cosmetics.
2.Applications
- Used for printing inks, leather, paints, rubber caps, typing wax paper, etc.
- Used in the pharmaceutical industry, photographic films, photographic negatives, and leather.
- Used for making educational supplies, daily necessities, instrument panels, etc.
3.Physical Properties
Parameter | Value |
Appearance | White fluffy/flaky fiber |
Nitrogen content % | 11.5~12.2 |
Ash content % | ≤0.2 |
Viscosity Sec. | 3.0-6.0 |
Whiteness % | ≥86 |
Acidity (as H2SO4)% | ≤0.06 |
Ignition point ℃ | ≥180 |
80℃ Thermal-resistance test | ≥10 |
Water content test | Clear in mixed Solvent |
Transmittance % | ≥93 |
Ethanol Damping Agent Content % | 30±2 |
Can be produced according to customers’ requirements of the Nitrocellulose percentage, grade, and solvent required.
4.Packing
Packaged in fiber drums (420x700mm) or iron drums (560x900mm).
Each drum weighs 120 kilograms, and a 20-foot container can load 9.6 tons.
5.Storage
Placed in sealed container and kept in a cool and dry place.
Avoid strong vibration, insolation, high temperature, smoke and fire.
6.Safety Precautions:
If directly contact with eyes, clean with running water；if directly contact with skin，wash skin with soap and water; remove the contaminated clothes; For severe case, transfer the person instantly to hospital.