Hexanoic anhydride
CAS Number2051-49-2
Formula[CH3(CH2)4CO]2O
Mol. Weight214.30 g/mol
Hexanoic anhydride
What is Hexanoic anhydride?
Hexanoic anhydride is a chemical compound with CAS number 2051-49-2 and molecular formula [CH3(CH2)4CO]2O. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Hexanoic anhydride has been used in:
• green synthesis of esters of acyclovir (acyclovir prodrugs)1
• preparation of hexanoyl-modified chitosan nanoparticles2 and chitosan-based polymeric surfactants via N-acylation of chitosans3
Specifications
Linear Formula
[CH3(CH2)4CO]2O
Molecular Weight
214.30 g/mol
Grade
purum
Assay/Purity
97%
Boiling Point
246-248 °C(lit.)
Density
0.928 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS05Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H314
Precautionary Statements
P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, Goggles, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
EC Number
218-121-4
WGK Germany
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