Hexamethylacetone, CAS No. 815-24-7

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815-24-7

Catalog No. EBD2322592

CAS 815-24-7

Name Hexamethylacetone

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Basic Information

Synonyms: Hexamethylacetone 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-3-pentanone 2,2,4,4-tetramethylpentan-3-one

Molecular Formula: C9H18O

Molecular Weight: 142.24

MDL Number: MFCD00008845

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Other Organic Building Blocks

Product Description:

2,2,4,4-Tetramethyl-3-pentanone is a sterically hindered ketone with the molecular formula C9H18O. It is a colorless liquid characterized by its high degree of branching around the carbonyl group, which significantly influences its chemical reactivity and physical properties. This compound is primarily utilized as a specialty solvent and a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. Its steric bulk makes it a useful model compound for studying steric effects in chemical reactions. It serves as a precursor for the synthesis of other hindered molecules, such as the corresponding alcohol (pinacolyl alcohol) and various ligands. Additionally, its unique structure has led to its investigation in materials science, for example, as a potential building block for porous organic polymers or as a component in specialty coatings.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 152-153

Boiling Point: 152-153 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 34 °C

Density: 0.824 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.419(lit.)

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: 3

Transport Codes: 1224C