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possible nitration of isomalt?

TheOddEngie - 12-10-2013 at 11:05

What would be the outcome from the nitration of the 12-carbon alcohol sugar Isomalt if any?

Sorry if this is a stupid question :(

Pulverulescent - 13-10-2013 at 03:51

Maltose octonitrate, C12H14O3(NO3)8 has negative OB and is less stable than nitrated sucrose, decomposing slowly @ 50°C!