Acetyl acetone, 99%

Name: Acetyl acetone, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008081

About Acetyl acetone, 99%

Acetyl acetone is a carbonyl building block (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 123-54-6 at a purity of ≥99%. The compound has the formula C5H8O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 100.12 g/mol. Systematically, it is named pentane-2,4-dione. It is also known as 2,4-Pentanedione or Acetylacetone.

The material typically appears as a colourless to faint yellow liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.972-0.978 g/ml at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination, API intermediates and fine chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Acetyl acetone in 250 mL, 500 mL, 1 L and 5 L packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acetyl acetone, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008081
CAS Number	123-54-6
IUPAC name	pentane-2,4-dione
Molecular formula	C₅H₈O₂
Molecular weight	100.12 g/mol
Exact mass	100.0524
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29141990
InChIKey	YRKCREAYFQTBPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CC(=O)C
PubChem CID	31261

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to faint yellow liquid
Density	0.972-0.978 g/ml at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	34.1 Å²
UN number	UN 2310
Synonyms	2,4-Pentanedione, Acetylacetone, 2,4-Dioxopentane, Acetoacetone, Diacetylmethane, Pentanedione, Pentan-2,4-dione, Pentanedione-2,4, Acetyl 2-propanone, Acetone, acetyl-, 2-Propanone, acetyl-, 2,4-Pentadione

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P303 + P361 + P353, P330, 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.

Documents

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

Other grades of CAS 123-54-6

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Acetyl acetone, GR 99%+

CAS: 123-54-6
Formula: C₅H₈O₂
MW: 100.12 g/mol

VQ-008082

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acetyl acetone, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Acetyl acetone, 99% is 123-54-6. It is also known as 2,4-Pentanedione, Acetylacetone, 2,4-Dioxopentane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetyl acetone, 99%?

Acetyl acetone, 99% has the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pentane-2,4-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acetyl acetone, 99% can I order?

We supply Acetyl acetone, 99% in Synthesis (≥99%) grade, in 250 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, 5 L, 180 / 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acetyl acetone, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Acetyl acetone, 99% 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 Acetyl acetone, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acetyl acetone, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2310), 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.