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Please be aware that this old REACH registration data factsheet is no longer maintained; it remains frozen as of 19th May 2023.

The new ECHA CHEM database has been released by ECHA, and it now contains all REACH registration data. There are more details on the transition of ECHA's published data to ECHA CHEM here.

Diss Factsheets

Administrative data

Description of key information

Due to explosive properties of the substance, no further testing could be conducted.

Key value for chemical safety assessment

Skin irritation / corrosion

Endpoint conclusion
Endpoint conclusion:
no study available

Eye irritation

Endpoint conclusion
Endpoint conclusion:
no study available

Respiratory irritation

Endpoint conclusion
Endpoint conclusion:
no study available

Additional information

PETN is a sensitive compound and is easily detonated by an appropriate mechanical shock or when it is exposed to heat. Submitting the substance to testing would pose an extreme risk to the laboratory personnel and facilities due to explosive nature of the substance.

Justification for classification or non-classification