| Chemistry name: | erythrol tetranitrate |
| M Formula: | CH2ONO2(CHONO2)2CH2ONO2 |
| Properties: | |
| Crystals. Mp 61C. Soluble in alcohol, ether, and glycerol; insoluble in water. | |
| Derivation: | |
| By nitration of erythritol. | |
| Hazard: | |
| Severe explosion risk when shocked or heated. | |
| Use: | |
| Medicine (diluted with lactose in nonexplosive tablets). | |