Pinacol, 98%

Name: Pinacol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010086

About Pinacol, 98%

Listed under CAS 76-09-5, Pinacol is an alcohol building block available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula C6H14O2, it has a molar mass of 118.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2,3-dimethylbutane-2,3-diol. Alternative names: 2,3-Dimethyl-2,3-butanediol and Tetramethylethylene glycol.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white powder or solid or crystals or liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 40-43 °C and a boiling point of 171-172 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for coordination chemistry and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Coordination chemistry
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Pinacol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010086
CAS Number	76-09-5
IUPAC name	2,3-dimethylbutane-2,3-diol
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₄O₂
Molecular weight	118.17 g/mol
Exact mass	118.0994
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	IVDFJHOHABJVEH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C(C)(C)O)O
PubChem CID	6425

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid or crystals or liquid
Melting point	40-43 °C
Boiling point	171-172 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-2,3-butanediol, Tetramethylethylene glycol, Pinacone, 2,3-Butanediol, 2,3-dimethyl-, 1,1,2,2-Tetramethylethylene glycol, 2,3-Dihydroxy-2,3-dimethylbutane, 2,3-Dimethyl-2,3-dihydroxybutane, 2,3-Dimethyl-butane-2,3-diol, Pinacol, 98%, Pinacol, >=98%, 4-01-00-02575 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 2,3-dimethyl-2,3-butandiol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H228Flammable solid
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P240, P241, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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 Pinacol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Pinacol, 98% is 76-09-5. It is also known as 2,3-Dimethyl-2,3-butanediol, Tetramethylethylene glycol, Pinacone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pinacol, 98%?

Pinacol, 98% has the molecular formula C6H14O2 and a molecular weight of 118.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,3-dimethylbutane-2,3-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Pinacol, 98% can I order?

We supply Pinacol, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Pinacol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Pinacol, 98% 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 Pinacol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Pinacol, 98% 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.