Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2-Hexanone, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14867.09
10 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2-Hexanone, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14867.09
10 g, Each
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Catalog number: A14867.09
also known as A14867-09
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
591-78-6
IUPAC Name
hexan-2-one
Molecular Formula
C6H12O
InChI Key
QQZOPKMRPOGIEB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCCCC(C)=O
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless to pale yellow
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Form
Liquid
Assay (GC)
≥97.5%
Refractive Index
1.3985-1.4025 @ 20?C

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.
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