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CAS No.: | 591-78-6 |
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Name: | 2-Hexanone |
Article Data: | 479 |
Molecular Structure: | |
Formula: | C6H12O |
Molecular Weight: | 100.161 |
Synonyms: | 2-Oxohexane;Butyl methyl ketone;MBK;Methyl butyl ketone;Methyl n-butyl ketone;n-Butylmethyl ketone; |
EINECS: | 209-731-1 |
Density: | 0.803 g/cm3 |
Melting Point: | -57 °C |
Boiling Point: | 127.8 °C at 760 mmHg |
Flash Point: | 35 °C |
Solubility: | 2 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
Appearance: | colourless liquid |
Hazard Symbols: | T |
Risk Codes: | 10-48/23-62-67 |
Safety: | 36/37-45 |
Transport Information: | UN 1224 |
PSA: | 17.07000 |
LogP: | 1.76560 |
2-HEXANONE(591-78-6) is an organic compound with the formula C6H12O. The chemical name is 2-Hexanone,and the formula weight is 100.16g/mol. Its IUPAC name is hexan-2-one.
CAS No.: 591-78-6
EINECS: 209-731-1
RTECS: MP1400000
RTECS Class: Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant
Following is the molecular structure of 2-HEXANONE(591-78-6):
The chemical synonymous of 2-HEXANONE(591-78-6) are 2-HEXANONE;METHYL N-BUTYL KETONE;Methyl buthylketone;METHYL BUTYL KETONE;MBK;BUTYL METHYL KETONE;N-BUTYL METHYL KETONE;MNBK
The density of 2-HEXANONE(591-78-6) is 0.812 g/cm3 and it has a melting point of -57 °C. The boiling point is 127 °C(lit.).Its flash point is 95 °F.
This colorless to pale yellow liquid has a sharp odor and it dissolves very easily in water,miscible in ethanol, methanol, benzene..It can evaporate easily into the air as a vapor.
Storage temp.: 2-8°C
Stability: Stable. Flammable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong bases, reducing agents.
2-HEXANONE(591-78-6) is used in the past in paint and paint thinner, to make other chemical substances, and to dissolve oils and waxes.and is used as a solvent and organic synthesis intermediates.
Product Categories about 2-HEXANONE(591-78-6) are Industrial/Fine Chemicals;ketone
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human TCLo inhalation 1000ppm (1000ppm) SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: OTHER: EYEBEHAVIORAL: HEADACHEGASTROINTESTINAL: NAUSEA OR VOMITING Raw Material Data Handbook, Vol.1: Organic Solvents, 1974. Vol. 1, Pg. 78, 1974.
mouse LD50 oral 2430mg/kg (2430mg/kg) Toxicology Letters. Vol. 30, Pg. 13, 1986.
rabbit LD50 skin 4800mg/kg (4800mg/kg) Raw Material Data Handbook, Vol.1: Organic Solvents, 1974. Vol. 1, Pg. 78, 1974.
rat LC50 inhalation 8000ppm/4H (8000ppm) Raw Material Data Handbook, Vol.1: Organic Solvents, 1974. Vol. 1, Pg. 78, 1974.
rat LD50 oral 2590mg/kg (2590mg/kg) AMA Archives of Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Medicine. Vol. 10, Pg. 61, 1954.
rat LD50 unreported 914mg/kg (914mg/kg) Personnal Communication from R.L. Raleigh, Assistant Director of Health and Safety Lab., Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY, Mar. 6, 1974Vol. 01MAR1974,
rat LDLo intraperitoneal 914mg/kg (914mg/kg) Personnal Communication from R.L. Raleigh, Assistant Director of Health and Safety Lab., Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY, Mar. 6, 1974Vol. 01MAR1974,
Moderately toxic by ingestion and intraperitoneal routes. Mildly toxic by inhalation and skin contact. Experimental teratogenic and reproductive effects. Human systemic effects by inhalation: unspecified eye effects, headache, nausea or vomiting. A skin and eye irritant. Dangerous fire and explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame; can react with oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use alcohol foam, CO2, dry chemical. See also KETONES.
Analytical Methods:
Storage:Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool,dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling:Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid contact with heat,sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.