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Trinitromethane

HMT May 2026

UN / ID: n/a
Hazard class: Forbidden
Packing group: —
ERG guide: —
Special provisions: —
Source: 49 CFR §172 (2026/05)

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Trinitromethane

Trinitromethane, also referred to as nitroform, is a nitroalkane and oxidizer with chemical formula HC(NO2)3. It was first obtained in 1857 as the ammonium salt by the Russian chemist Leon Nikolaevich Shishkov (1830–1908). In 1900, it was discovered that nitroform can be produced by the reaction of acetylene with anhydrous nitric acid. This method went on to become the industrial process of choice during the 20th century. Wikipedia

Hazardous Materials Table

Source: 49 CFR §172 (2026/05)

(3) Hazard Class

Forbidden

(4) Identification number

n/a

(5) Packing Group

n/a

(6) Labels

n/a

(7) Special Provisions (§172.102)

(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***)

(8A) Exceptions	n/a	see 49 CFR §173. n/a
(8B) Non-bulk	n/a	see 49 CFR §173. n/a
(8C) Bulk	n/a	see 49 CFR §173. n/a

(9) Quantity Limits

(9A) Passenger aircraft/rail	n/a
(9B) Cargo aircraft only	n/a

(10) Vessel stowage

(10A) Location	n/a see
(10B) Other	n/a

Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage

This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.

This Hazmat is classified as "Forbidden". This means the material may not be offered for transportation or transported in the applicable mode of transport.

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