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2-Hexanone, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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Description

2-Hexanone acts as a solvent for lacquers, ink thinners, nitrocellulose, resins and waxes. It is also employed in the preparation of (±)-monomorine. It also plays a useful role in the preparation of alcohols by transfer hydrogenation of ketones. Further, it is used as a medium evaporating solvent for nitrocellulose acrylates, vinyl and alkyd coatings.

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
2-Hexanone acts as a solvent for lacquers, ink thinners, nitrocellulose, resins and waxes. It is also employed in the preparation of (+/-)-monomorine. It also plays a useful role in the preparation of alcohols by transfer hydrogenation of ketones. Further, it is used as a medium evaporating solvent for nitrocellulose acrylates, vinyl and alkyd coatings.

Solubility
Miscible with acetone, ethanol and ether. Slightly miscible with water.

Notes
Store in a cool place. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong bases and reducing agents.
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 591-78-6
Molecular Formula C6H12O
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 100.16
MDL Number MFCD00009482
InChI Key QQZOPKMRPOGIEB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym 2-hexanone, hexanone, 2-oxohexane, propylacetone, n-butyl methyl ketone, butyl methyl ketone, methyl butyl ketone, methyl n-butyl ketone, hexanone-2, ketone, butyl methyl
PubChem CID 11583
IUPAC Name hexan-2-one
SMILES CCCCC(C)=O

Specifications

Melting Point -56°C
Density 0.811
Boiling Point 126°C to 127°C
Flash Point 23°C (73°F)
Odor Pungent
Refractive Index 1.401
Quantity 100 g
UN Number UN1224
Beilstein 1737676
Merck Index 14,6033
Solubility Information Miscible with acetone,ethanol and ether. Slightly miscible with water.
Formula Weight 100.16
Percent Purity 98%
Chemical Name or Material 2-Hexanone
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Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • 2-Hexanone
 Signal Word
  • Danger
 Hazard Category
  • Flammable liquid Category 3
  • Reproductive toxicity Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 1
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H361f-Suspected of damaging fertility.
  • H372-Causes damage to organs.
 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.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2-Hexanone

RUO – Research Use Only

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