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AMYL NITRATE is the chemical compound with the formula CH<sub>3</sub>(CH<sub>2</sub>)<sub>4</sub>ONO<sub>2</sub>. This molecule consists of the 5-carbon amyl group attached to a nitrate functional group.[1] It is the ester of amyl alcohol and nitric acid.
** Applications
Alkyl nitrates are employed as reagents in organic synthesis.[2] Amyl nitrate
is used as an additive in diesel fuel, where it acts as an "ignition improver"
(cetane improver) by accelerating the ignition of fuel.[3]
** See also
- Amyl nitrite – a similarly named chemical used to treat heart diseases and cyanide poisoning
** References
[reflist]
Category:Alkyl nitrates