2-Octanone
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High-purity ketone solvent widely used in chemical synthesis, fragrance production, and industrial solvent applications
Product Overview
2-Octanone (methyl hexyl ketone, CAS 111-13-7) is a high-purity ketone solvent with ≥99.2% content, valued for its excellent solvency across a wide range of organic compounds. In the fragrance industry, it contributes fruity and floral notes as a versatile aroma intermediate. Its favorable safety profile (low toxicity, acidity ≤0.05%) makes it suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. With chroma ≤30 (platinum-cobalt) and moisture ≤0.15%, our 2-Octanone meets the exacting standards required for coatings, solvent production, and specialty chemical manufacturing. The compound's moderate evaporation rate and good blending characteristics make it an ideal solvent for high-performance coating formulations.
Application Details
In solvent production, 2-Octanone's moderate evaporation rate and excellent solvency for resins, cellulose derivatives, and vinyl polymers make it ideal for high-performance coating formulations that require controlled drying times. The fragrance industry values 2-Octanonone as a versatile intermediate contributing fruity, floral, and herbaceous notes to perfumes and flavor compounds. For chemical synthesis, its ketone functionality enables selective reactions including aldol condensations and Grignard additions. In coatings applications, it improves flow and leveling while reducing surface defects in nitrocellulose and vinyl lacquers.
Product Comparison
2-Octanone vs MIBK vs Cyclohexanone: 2-Octanone has a higher boiling point (173°C) than MIBK (116°C) and cyclohexanone (156°C), providing slower evaporation for better flow in coatings. MIBK offers faster evaporation for quick-dry applications. Cyclohexanone provides stronger solvency for certain polymers but has higher toxicity. For high-performance coatings requiring controlled drying and good blending, 2-Octanone is preferred; for fast-dry applications, MIBK; for aggressive polymer dissolution, cyclohexanone.
Applications
Fragrance Industry
Chemical Synthesis
Coatings
Product Information
CAS No 111-13-7
HS Code 2914190090
Molecular Weight 128.21
Molecular Formula C₈H₁₆O
Main Specifications
Appearance Transparent liquid
Chroma (Platinum-Cobalt) ≤30
Content (%) ≥99.2
Moisture (%) ≤0.15
Acidity (as acetic acid) (%) ≤0.05
Technical Documents
MSDS
All products produced under:
Integrated Management System Certification
ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 / ISO 50001
Key Features
High purity with consistent quality standards
Excellent solvency for various organic compounds
Low toxicity with favorable safety profile
Wide range of industrial applications
Suitable for pharmaceutical and fragrance intermediates
Custom Packaging Solutions
Customized packaging to meet diverse needs. We provide tailored packaging solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of our customers. We offer a variety of packaging options including plastic barrels, galvanized iron drums, IBC barrels, flexibags, and ISO tanks. This flexible service model ensures that we can adapt to various specific requirements, thereby effectively improving safety, efficiency, and convenience in your product handling and transportation.
Plastic Barrel
80 Plastic Barrels/20GP Container
Total Net Weight: 13.2 Tons
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Galvanized Iron Drum
80 Iron Barrels/ 20GP Container
Total Net Weight: 13.2 Tons
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IBC Barrel
20 IBC Barrels/20GP Container
Total Net Weight: 17 Tons
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Flexibag
1 Flexibag/20 GP Container
Total Net Weight: 19 Tons
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ISO Tank
1 ISO TANK/20 GP Container
Total Net Weight: 19 Tons
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Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Transport
Transported as non-hazardous chemical. Protect from sunlight and rain during transportation.
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