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3-Hydroxy-2-butanone, monomer + dimer, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
3-Hydroxy-2-butanone is a chemical used in food flavoring and fragrances. It acts as an intermediate of butanediol cycle in microorganisms. It is used as an aroma carrier in the preparation of flavors and essences.
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3-Hydroxy-2-butanone is a chemical used in food flavoring and fragrances. It acts as an intermediate of butanediol cycle in microorganisms. It is used as an aroma carrier in the preparation of flavors and essences.
Solubility
Miscible with water, propylene glycol and alcohol. Slightly miscible with ether, petroleum ether. Immiscible with fatty oils and vegetable oil.
Notes
Store in cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Density
1.013
Boiling Point
148°C
Flash Point
41°C (106°F)
Odor
Characteristic
Quantity
250 g
UN Number
UN2621
Beilstein
385636
Merck Index
14,64
Solubility Information
Miscible with water,propylene glycol and alcohol. Slightly miscible with ether,petroleum ether. Immiscible with fatty oils and vegetable oil.
Formula Weight
88.11
Hazard Category
H226-H315-H319
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H226-H315-H319
Flammable liquid and vapour.
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statement
P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P243-P264b-P280-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P332+P313-P363-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation
Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL
EINECSNumber
208-174-1
RTECSNumber
EL8790000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Keep cold
RUO – Research Use Only
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