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2,3-Butanedione

2,3-Butanedione chemical structure
CAS Number431-03-8
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight86.09 g/mol

What is 2,3-Butanedione?

2,3-Butanedione is a chemical compound with CAS number 431-03-8. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

Inactivates aminopeptidase-N.1 Cyclocondensation with amines has been used to form triazine2 and pteridine ring systems.3 Also used as a precursor to α-diones.4

Specifications

Linear Formula

CH3COCOCH3

Molecular Weight

86.09 g/mol

Assay/Purity

≥99.0% (GC)

Boiling Point

88 °C(lit.)

Density

0.985 g/mL at 20 °C<br/>0.981 g/mL(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS02GHS02
GHS05GHS05
GHS06GHS06
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H225-H302-H315-H318-H331-H335

Precautionary Statements

P210-P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P311

Required PPE

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

EC Number

207-069-8

WGK Germany

2

Frequently Asked Questions

Alternative Names & Synonyms

CH3COCOCH3