Amyl Nitrate Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Amyl Nitrate (C5H11NO3). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Amyl Nitrate molecular formula

About Amyl Nitrate

Amyl nitrate is a chemical compound with the formula C5H11ONO. It is used as a vasodilator, used in the treatment of angina.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Flammable
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
Not applicable
Storage temperature
Not applicable
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Not applicable

Substances that can catch fire easily

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Amyl Nitrate

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Amyl Nitrate (C5H11NO3). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray, or foam extinguishers

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Amyl Nitrate should account for its listed hazards (Flammable), climate control needs (Not applicable), and segregation requirements. Not applicable

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Appearance: Colorless liquid Odor: Characteristic, sweet, fruity odor Density: 0.87 g/cm³ Melting point: −80.6 °C (−113.1 °F; 192.6 K) Boiling point: 97.1 °C (206.8 °F; 370.2 K) Solubility in water: Slightly soluble.

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Amyl Nitrate

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Amyl Nitrate be stored?

Store Amyl Nitrate in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Flammable). Climate range guidance: Not applicable. Compatibility notes: Not applicable US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Amyl Nitrate flammable?

Yes — Amyl Nitrate is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: Not applicable. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Amyl Nitrate?

Amyl Nitrate is listed as: Flammable. Substances that can catch fire easily

What fire suppression is recommended for Amyl Nitrate?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Amyl Nitrate (C5H11NO3). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Amyl Nitrate storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Amyl Nitrate. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.