The intrinsic decomposition of nitrate esters involves the loss of NO2 by hydrolytic cleavage of nitrate ester bonds of CO-NO2,
Smokeless gunpowder (propellant) is made from nitrocellulose NC. Single base powders have only NC, double base powders also
Single and double base small arms propellants have a limited lifespan. All canister type propellants available to the handloade