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'''H Type Nitrocellulose''' is a classification of nitrocellulose (cellulose nitrate) considered highly nitrogenized, used predominantly in the manufacturing of explosives and propellants. Nitrocellulose is a flammable compound produced by nitrating cellulose (the main component of plant cell walls) through exposure to nitric acid or another strong nitrating agent. When used in the explosives industry, H Type Nitrocellulose is valued for its rapid combustibility and is employed in a range of applications from small arms ammunition to large-scale military ordinance. The market for H Type Nitrocellulose within the context of explosives is driven by demand from the defense industry, sporting ammunition manufacturers, and the needs of the mining and construction sectors. The product's characteristics, such as its varied grades, which are tailored to specific explosive strengths and stability requirements, make it a critical component in the formulation of smokeless powders and various explosive mixtures. Several companies are key players in the production and supply of H Type Nitrocellulose for the explosives sector. These include: - Nitro Química - Synthesia, a.s. - EURENCO (European Energetics Corporation) - Manuco - Nitrochemie Aschau GmbH These companies have specialized in chemical manufacturing, providing a range of nitrocellulose-based products that are essential for both civilian and military applications. Show Less Read more