Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Pinacol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B25006.14
25 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Pinacol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B25006.14
25 g, Each
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Catalog number: B25006.14
also known as B25006-14
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
76-09-5
IUPAC Name
2,3-dimethylbutane-2,3-diol
Molecular Formula
C6H14O2
InChI Key
IVDFJHOHABJVEH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CC(C)(O)C(C)(C)O
Form
Crystals or fused solid
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
<1.0%
Melting Point (clear melt)
36-46?C
Appearance (Color)
White

Description

Pinacol is used in the preparation of synthetic intermediates like pinacolborane, bis(pinacolato)diboron and pinacolchloroborane by reaction with boron trichloride. Further, it plays an important role as an intermediate for biologically active compounds like antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and antituberculous.

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
Pinacol is used in the preparation of synthetic intermediates like pinacolborane, bis(pinacolato)diboron and pinacolchloroborane by reaction with boron trichloride. Further, it plays an important role as an intermediate for biologically active compounds like antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and antituberculous.

Solubility
Soluble in hot water, alcohol, and diethyl ether.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases and strong acids.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
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    Hazard Statements

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    Precautionary Statements

    P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing