Cyclonite
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CAS
121-82-4
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C3H6N6O6
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RTECS
XY9450000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine; Hexahydro-1,3,5-trinitro-s-triazine; RDX; Trimethylenetrinitramine; 1,3,5-Trinitro-1,3,5-triazacyclohexane
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 1.5 mg/m3 ST 3 mg/m3 [skin]
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
White, crystalline powder. [Note: A powerful high explosive.]
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MW: 222.2
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BP: ?
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MLT: 401°F
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP(230°F): 0.0004 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.82
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Fl.P: Explodes
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Combustible Solid [EXPLOSIVE!]
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, combustible materials, heat [Note: Detonates on contact with mercury fulminate.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated/Daily
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin; headache, irritability, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), tremor, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, insomnia, convulsions
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, central nervous system
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