3-Hydroxy-2-butanone, monomer + dimer, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

3-Hydroxy-2-butanone is a chemical used in food flavoring and fragrances. It acts as an intermediate of butanediol cycle in microorganisms. It is used as an aroma carrier in the preparation of flavors and essences.

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
3-Hydroxy-2-butanone is a chemical used in food flavoring and fragrances. It acts as an intermediate of butanediol cycle in microorganisms. It is used as an aroma carrier in the preparation of flavors and essences.

Solubility
Miscible with water, propylene glycol and alcohol. Slightly miscible with ether, petroleum ether. Immiscible with fatty oils and vegetable oil.

Notes
Store in cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications

• Density: 1.013
• Boiling Point: 148°C
• Flash Point: 41°C (106°F)
• Odor: Characteristic
• Quantity: 250 g
• UN Number: UN2621
• Beilstein: 385636
• Merck Index: 14,64
• Solubility Information: Miscible with water,propylene glycol and alcohol. Slightly miscible with ether,petroleum ether. Immiscible with fatty oils and vegetable oil.
• Formula Weight: 88.11
• Percent Purity: 95%
• Chemical Name or Material: 3-Hydroxy-2-butanone, monomer + dimer

RUO – Research Use Only