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6-Methyl-2,4-heptanedione

6-Methyl-2,4-heptanedione chemical structure
CAS Number3002-23-1
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight142.20 g/mol

What is 6-Methyl-2,4-heptanedione?

6-Methyl-2,4-heptanedione is a chemical compound with CAS number 3002-23-1. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

Reactant involved in:
• Cyclocondensation and deacetylation of dibromo(phenylsulfonyl)propene derivatives for synthesis of disubstituted furans1
• Synthesis of dual activity effectors of angiotensin II type 1 receptors and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-γ 2
• Addition reactions with 1-alkynes3
• Knoevenagel condensation4
• Oxidative free radical reactions with 2-amino-1,4-benzoquinones5
• Mild oxidative cleavage for synthesis of carboxylic acids6

Specifications

Linear Formula

(CH3)2CHCH2COCH2COCH3

Molecular Weight

142.20 g/mol

Assay/Purity

≥98%

Density

0.92 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS02GHS02
GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H226-H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

Eyeshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

EC Number

221-093-6

WGK Germany

3

Frequently Asked Questions

Alternative Names & Synonyms

(CH3)2CHCH2COCH2COCH3