Description / Application
Diacetone alcohol is a beta-hydroxy ketone formed by hydroxylation of 4-methylpentan-2-one at the 4-position. It has been isolated from Achnatherum robustum. It has a role as a plant metabolite.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone |
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| Molecular Formula | C6H12O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 116.16 |
| MFCD | MFCD00004471 |
Transport
| DOT UN Number | UN1148 |
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| Hazard Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H226;H319 |
| Precautionary Statements | P210;P233;P240;P241;P242;P243;P264;P280;P303+P361+P353;P305+P351+P338;P337+P313;P370+P378;P403+P235;P501 |