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4-Methyl-2-pentanone CAS#108-10-1

4-Methyl-2-pentanone CAS#108-10-1

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4-Methyl-2-pentanone
methyl isobutyl ketone

4-Methyl-2-pentanone, also known as methyl isobutyl ketone, is used as an organic solvent and synthesis reagent. Its solvency supports nitrocellulose, lacquer and selected polymer and resin systems. The supplied material also identifies applications in chemical and pharmaceutical processing, scientific extraction and separation work, and organic reactions in which the ketone serves as a reactant.

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product description

Versatile Solvent: 4-Methyl-2-pentanone (methyl isobutyl ketone) is widely used as a solvent in chemical and pharmaceutical industries for various applications, including the preparation of nitrocellulose, lacquer, and certain polymers and resins.


Nuclear Applications: It is utilized in the separation and recovery of nuclear fission products, showcasing its importance in nuclear science and research.


Purity and Impurities: The commercial grade of 4-methyl-2-pentanone typically contains ≤99% purity, with trace amounts of alcohol, acidic substances, water, and other impurities.


Synthesis Reactant: 4-Methyl-2-pentanone serves as a key reactant in the synthesis of complex compounds, such as 2-(1-hydroxy-3-methylbutyne)-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione, underlining its importance in chemical synthesis.


Product Description of 4-Methyl-2-Pentanone CAS#108-10-1

4-Methyl-2-pentanone (methyl isobutyl ketone) is a widely used reagent in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. It serves as a solvent for various applications, including the separation and recovery of nuclear fission products and scientific research experiments. The market-grade 4-methyl-2-pentanone typically has a purity of ≤99% and contains trace amounts of alcohol, acidic substances, water, and other impurities. It is also used as a solvent for nitrocellulose, lacquer, and certain polymers and resins. In addition, it acts as a reactant in the synthesis of 2-(1-hydroxy-3-methylbutyne)-1H-indene-1,3(2H)-dione.


Product Application of 4-Methyl-2-Pentanone CAS#108-10-1

4-Methyl-2-pentanone is used as an intermediate in the production of medicines and dyes. It plays a key role in the synthesis of the pesticide Mitosil, which, produced from o-chlorobenzaldehyde, is effective in controlling mites on dry crops and fruit trees. Additionally, o-chlorobenzaldehyde can undergo oximation to form o-chlorobenzaldehyde oxime, which can then be further chlorinated to obtain more pharmaceutical intermediates.


Product Specifications

Parameters


Melting point-80 °C (lit.)
Boiling point117-118 °C
density0.801 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor density3.5 (vs air)
vapor pressure15 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
FEMA2731 | 4-METHYL-2-PENTANONE
refractive indexn20/D 1.395(lit.)
Fp56 °F
storage temp.Store at +5°C to +30°C.
solubilitywater: soluble20g/L, soluble in alcohol, miscible with oils. Soluble in Propylene glycol and Glycerin.
formLiquid
colorAPHA: ≤15
Specific Gravity0.8
PH7 (20°C)
OdorPleasant; mild, characteristic; sharp; non-residual; ketonic.
explosive limit1.2-8%, 93°F
Odor Threshold0.17ppm
biological sourcesynthetic
Odor Typegreen
Water Solubility17 g/L (20 ºC)
λmaxλ: 335 nm Amax: 1.00
λ: 340 nm Amax: 0.50
λ: 360 nm Amax: 0.15
λ: 380 nm Amax: 0.02
λ: 400 nm Amax: 0.01
JECFA Number301
Merck145,207
BRN605399
Henry's Law Constant2.56 at 25 °C (batch stripping method-GC, Kim et al., 2000)
Exposure limitsTLV-TWA 205 mg/m3 (50 ppm); STEL 300 mg/m3 (75 ppm) (ACGIH); IDLH 3000 ppm (NIOSH).
Dielectric constant13.0(Ambient)
Stability:Volatile
LogP1.3-1.9 at 20℃
CAS DataBase Reference108-10-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
IARC2B (Vol. 101) 2013
NIST Chemistry ReferenceMethyl isobutyl ketone(108-10-1)
EPA Substance Registry SystemMethyl isobutyl ketone (108-10-1)


Safety Information


Hazard CodesF,Xn,T
Risk Statements11-20-36/37-66-39/23/24/25-23/24/25
Safety Statements9-16-29-45-36/37-7
RIDADRUN 1245 3/PG 2
OEBA
OELTWA: 50 ppm (205 mg/m3), STEL: 75 ppm (300 mg/m3)
WGK Germany1
RTECSSA9275000
Autoignition Temperature840 °F
TSCAYes
HS Code2914 13 00
HazardClass3
PackingGroupII
Hazardous Substances Data108-10-1(Hazardous Substances Data)
ToxicityLD50 orally in rats: 2.08 g/kg (Smyth)
IDLA500 ppm


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