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3-Methyl-2-pentanone

Synonyms: Methyl sec-butyl ketone · 2-Pentanone, 3-methyl- · sec-Butyl methyl ketone · Methyl 1-methylpropyl ketone

CAS No.565-61-7
FormulaC6H12O
Mol. weight100.16
Catalogue No.VQ-049688
PurityOn COA
HSN—

3-Methyl-2-pentanone (CAS 565-61-7) – carbonyl building block. C6H12O, MW 100.16. Buy from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and worldwide shipping.

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About 3-Methyl-2-pentanone

3-Methyl-2-pentanone is a carbonyl building block carrying the CAS registry number 565-61-7. The compound has the formula C6H12O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 100.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-methylpentan-2-one. Common synonyms include Methyl sec-butyl ketone and 2-Pentanone, 3-methyl-.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

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

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methyl-2-pentanone in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

  • Organic synthesis
  • Condensation & reductive amination
  • API intermediates

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name3-Methyl-2-pentanone
Catalogue No.VQ-049688
CAS Number565-61-7
IUPAC name3-methylpentan-2-one
Molecular formulaC6H12O
Molecular weight100.16 g/mol
Exact mass100.0888
InChIKeyUIHCLUNTQKBZGK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCCC(C)C(=O)C
PubChem CID11262
Physical properties
Physical formOther
LogP (XLogP3)1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 1
TPSA17.1 Ų
SynonymsMethyl sec-butyl ketone, 2-Pentanone, 3-methyl-, sec-Butyl methyl ketone, Methyl 1-methylpropyl ketone, 3Methylpentan2one, 2Pentanone, 3methyl, Methyl secbutyl ketone, secButyl methyl ketone, Methyl 1methylpropyl ketone, 3-methyl-pentan-2-one, (S)-3-Methyl-2-pentanone, methylethylacetone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

GHS02 Flammable
Flammable

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

  • H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P501

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone is 565-61-7. It is also known as Methyl sec-butyl ketone, 2-Pentanone, 3-methyl-, sec-Butyl methyl ketone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone?

3-Methyl-2-pentanone has the molecular formula C6H12O and a molecular weight of 100.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methylpentan-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone can I order?

We supply 3-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 3-Methyl-2-pentanone?

Yes. Every lot of 3-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 3-Methyl-2-pentanone be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-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.

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