Tags: Chemical Compound, Chemical Substance.
Isopropyl nitrate (IPN 2-propyl nitrate) is a colorless liquid monopropellant. It is used as a diesel cetane improver. IPN is a low-sensitivity explosive with a detonation velocity of approximately 5400 m/s.Isopropyl nitrate is extremely flammable and burns with a practically invisible flame. This presents unique hazards in its handling.
