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2-Octanone

SKU 90037963 CAS 111-13-7 Available on enquiry

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2-Octanone is a ketone compound commonly used as a solvent and fragrance ingredient in industrial and laboratory applications. It exhibits a fruity, sweet odor and is valued for its stability and solubility in organic solvents. Available in high purity, it is supplied in 100g, 500g, and 1kg packaging. Molekula supplies 2-Octanone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037963
CAS Number: 111-13-7
IUPAC Name: octan-2-one
EC Number: 203-837-1
Exact Mass: 128.1201
SMILES: CCCCCCC(=O)C
InChIKey: ZPVFWPFBNIEHGJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8(2)9/h3-7H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 8093

Synonyms

2-Octanone (natural)
2-Oxooctane
FEMA No. 2802
FEMA Number 2802
Hexyl methyl ketone
Methvlhexanone
Methyl hexyl ketone
Methyl n-hexyl ketone
n-Hexyl methyl ketone
Octan-2-one

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odour: Fatty, green cheese aroma
Melting Point: -16 °C
Boiling Point: 173 to 175 °C at 760 mmHg
Water Solubility: 899 mg/L at 20 °C
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in alcohol, hydrocarbons, ether, esters, etc
Vapour Pressure: 1.35 mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index: 1.41512
log P (octanol/water): 2.37

Source: PubChem CID 8093 (HSDB, Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is 2-Octanone used for?

2-Octanone is primarily used as a solvent in the production of coatings, adhesives, and pharmaceuticals, and as a flavoring agent in food products.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Octanone?

The chemical formula of 2-Octanone is C8H16O, and its molecular weight is 128.21 g/mol.

How should 2-Octanone be stored?

Store 2-Octanone in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials, in tightly sealed containers.

What grade of 2-Octanone does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies 2-Octanone in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.

Can Molekula supply 2-Octanone in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Octanone in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a 2-Octanone order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.