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

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.


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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.


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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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