Diacetone alcohol, 98%

Name: Diacetone alcohol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008108

About Diacetone alcohol, 98%

Listed under CAS 123-42-2, Diacetone alcohol is a carbonyl building block available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade), specified at 98% purity. With the molecular formula C6H12O2, it has a molar mass of 116.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one. It is also known as Diacetonalkohol or Diketone alcohol.

The material typically appears as a clear colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.931 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Diacetone alcohol in 500 mL, 5 L and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Diacetone alcohol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008108
CAS Number	123-42-2
IUPAC name	4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₂
Molecular weight	116.16 g/mol
Exact mass	116.0837
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29144000
InChIKey	SWXVUIWOUIDPGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CC(C)(C)O
PubChem CID	31256

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Density	0.931 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Diacetonalkohol, Diketone alcohol, Diacetonalcohol, Acetonyldimethylcarbinol, Pyranton A, Diacetone, Diacetone-alcool, 2-Pentanone, 4-hydroxy-4-methyl-, Diacetonalcool, 2-Methyl-2-pentanol-4-one, Diacetonyl alcohol, 4-Hydroxy-2-keto-4-methylpentane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317

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 123-42-2

Synthesis

4-Hydroxy 4-methyl 2-pentanone, 99%

CAS: 123-42-2
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
MW: 116.16 g/mol

VQ-008031

Puriss

Diacetone alcohol, puriss, 99%+

CAS: 123-42-2
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
MW: 116.16 g/mol

VQ-008109

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Diacetone alcohol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Diacetone alcohol, 98% is 123-42-2. It is also known as Diacetonalkohol, Diketone alcohol, Diacetonalcohol.

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

Diacetone alcohol, 98% has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one.

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

We supply Diacetone alcohol, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

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

Yes. Diacetone alcohol, 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.