4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone

Name: 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049748

About 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone

4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone (CAS 19872-52-7) is an organosulfur compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C6H12OS, it has a molar mass of 132.23 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 4-methyl-4-sulfanylpentan-2-one. It is also known as 4-Mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one or 2-Pentanone, 4-mercapto-4-methyl-.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone
Catalogue No.	VQ-049748
CAS Number	19872-52-7
IUPAC name	4-methyl-4-sulfanylpentan-2-one
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂OS
Molecular weight	132.23 g/mol
Exact mass	132.0609
InChIKey	QRNZMFDCKKEPSX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CC(C)(C)S
PubChem CID	88290

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	18.1 Å²
Synonyms	4-Mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one, 2-Pentanone, 4-mercapto-4-methyl-, 4-methyl-4-mercapto-2-pentanone, 4-Methyl-4-mercaptopentan-2-one, 4-Methyl-4-thiolpentan-2-one, 4-Methyl-4-sulfanyl-2-pentanone, 4-Sulfanyl-4-methylpentan-2-one, 4-Sulphanyl-4-methylpentan-2-one, 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-pentan-2-one, 4-Methyl-4-mercapto-pentan-2-one, 4-MMP, 4-methyl-4-sulfanyl-pentan-2-one

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P403 + P235, P405

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone is 19872-52-7. It is also known as 4-Mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one, 2-Pentanone, 4-mercapto-4-methyl-, 4-methyl-4-mercapto-2-pentanone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone?

4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone has the molecular formula C6H12OS and a molecular weight of 132.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-methyl-4-sulfanylpentan-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone can I order?

We supply 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.