Nitranilic Acid

Name:
Nitranilic Acid
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	2,5-dihydroxy-3,6-dinitroquinone
M Formula:	C6O2(NO2)2(OH)2
Properties:
Flat, yellow crystals. Loses H2O at 100C, decomposes explosively at 170C. Soluble in water and alcohol; insoluble in ether.
Hazard:
Fire risk when heated. Evolves toxic fumes on decomposition.