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4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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Description

4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone, is used as a solvent. It is also used as an intermediate of chemical products and is used as solvent for some industrial paint to adjust thesolubility of paint resins and regulate the evaporation rate. It is mainly used in paints and coatings (coil coatings, wood varnishes, architectural coatings…). It is a good solvent for organic peroxides.It can also be used for the treatment of textiles and leather, in chemical synthesis or as a cleaning solvent.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone, is used as a solvent. It is also used as an intermediate of chemical products and is used as solvent for some industrial paint to adjust thesolubility of paint resins and regulate the evaporation rate. It is mainly used in paints and coatings (coil coatings, wood varnishes, architectural coatings…). It is a good solvent for organic peroxides.It can also be used for the treatment of textiles and leather, in chemical synthesis or as a cleaning solvent.

Solubility
It is soluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from oxidizing agents, strong bases.
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 123-42-2
Molecular Formula C6H12O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 116.16
MDL Number MFCD00004471
InChI Key SWXVUIWOUIDPGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym diacetone alcohol, 4-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone, diacetonalkohol, diketone alcohol, diacetonalcohol, tyranton, acetonyldimethylcarbinol, diacetone-alcool, pyranton a, 2-methyl-2-pentanol-4-one
PubChem CID 31256
ChEBI CHEBI:55381
IUPAC Name 4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one
SMILES CC(=O)CC(C)(C)O

Specifications

Melting Point -47°C
Density 0.935
Boiling Point 168°C
Flash Point 58°C (136°F)
Odor Pleasant
Refractive Index 1.423
Quantity 2500 mL
UN Number UN1148
Beilstein 1740440
Merck Index 14,2964
Solubility Information It is soluble in water.
Formula Weight 116.16
Percent Purity ≥98%
Chemical Name or Material 4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone
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Safety and Handling

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  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Flammable liquid Category 3
  • Reproductive toxicity Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H361-Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.

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