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Hexafluoroacetone
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Hexafluoroacetone is a highly reactive fluorinated ketone primarily used as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis and the production of specialized polymers. This chemical is identified by CAS number 684-16-2. Molekula supplies Hexafluoroacetone 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.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035554
- CAS Number
- 684-16-2
- IUPAC Name
- 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropan-2-one
- EC Number
- 211-676-3
- Exact Mass
- 165.9853
- SMILES
- C(=O)(C(F)(F)F)C(F)(F)F
- InChIKey
- VBZWSGALLODQNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C3F6O/c4-2(5,6)1(10)3(7,8)9
- PubChem CID
- 12695
Synonyms
- 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexafluoroacetone
- 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoropropan-2-one
- 2-Propanone, 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-
- 6FK
- Acetone, hexafluoro-
- GC 7887
- Hexafluoro-2-propanone
- Hexafluoropropanone
- Perfluoro-2-propanone
- Perfluoroacetone
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless gas
- Odour
- Musty odor becomes acrid in presence of acidic impurities
- Melting Point
- -129 °C
- Boiling Point
- -28 °C
- Density
- 1.33 g/cm³ at 25 °C (LIQUID)
- Vapour Pressure
- 5.8 atm
- log P (octanol/water)
- 1.46
Source: PubChem CID 12695 (HSDB, ICSC, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH))
Frequently asked questions
What is Hexafluoroacetone used for?
Hexafluoroacetone is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of specialized polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Hexafluoroacetone?
The chemical formula for Hexafluoroacetone is C3F6O and its molecular weight is 166.02 g/mol.
How should Hexafluoroacetone be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in a tightly sealed container, away from incompatible substances.
What grade of Hexafluoroacetone is available?
Please contact our sales team to discuss the specific purity grades currently available for your requirements.
Can Molekula supply Hexafluoroacetone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Hexafluoroacetone in various quantities, ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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.