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3-Methyl-2-butanone, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
3-Methyl-2-butanone is used for synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and important intermediate of medicine. It is used as an industrial solvent.
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3-Methyl-2-butanone is used for synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and important intermediate of medicine. It is used as an industrial solvent.
Solubility
Soluble in water (8.21 mg/ml at 20°C), ether, alcohol, acetone, and ethanol.
Notes
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly closed container. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -92°C |
Density | 0.805 |
Boiling Point | 94°C to 95°C |
Flash Point | −1°C (30°F) |
Odor | Fruit-like |
Refractive Index | 1.388 |
Quantity | 250 mL |
UN Number | UN2397 |
Beilstein | 1071238 |
Merck Index | 14,6090 |
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Safety and Handling

- 3-Methyl-2-butanone
- Danger
- Flammable liquid Category 2
- H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Methyl isopropyl ketone
RUO – Research Use Only
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