2-Hexanone, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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.

Specifications

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

• 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

Safety and Handling

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