3-Pentanone, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

3-Pentanone is mainly used as a solvent in paint and a precursor to vitamin E. It is used as a reagent to synthesize ethyl 2-cyano-3,3-diethylacrylate by Knoevenagel condensation. It also shows anticonvulsant effect in several types of mouse seizure models. It serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals.

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-Pentanone is mainly used as a solvent in paint and a precursor to vitamin E. It is used as a reagent to synthesize ethyl 2-cyano-3,3-diethylacrylate by Knoevenagel condensation. It also shows anticonvulsant effect in several types of mouse seizure models. It serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals.

Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol, ether and carbonterachloride. Slightly miscible with ethanol and acetone.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents and strong bases.

Specifications

• Melting Point: -39°C
• Density: 0.812
• Boiling Point: 102°C to 103°C
• Flash Point: 7°C (45°F)
• Odor: Acetone-like
• Refractive Index: 1.392
• Quantity: 500 mL
• UN Number: UN1156
• Beilstein: 635749
• Merck Index: 14,3121
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water,alcohol,ether and carbonterachloride. Slightly miscible with ethanol and acetone.
• Formula Weight: 86.13
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: 3-Pentanone

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