Skip to main content

3-Methyl-2-pentanone

Also known as: (±)-3-methyl-pentan-2-one, 2-Pentanone,3-methyl-, 2-Pentanone,3-methyl-,(±)-, 3-METHYL-2-PENTANONE, 3-methyl-2-pentanon, 3-methyl-pentan-2-one, 3-methylpentan-2-one, EINECS 209-282-1, METHYL SEC-BUTYL KETONE, MFCD00009336, SEC-BUTYL METHYL KETONE

3-Methyl-2-pentanone (CAS 565-61-7) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O and a molecular weight of 100.15900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 118 °C758 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.815 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 12.2 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
565-61-7
Jingsj CID
J-13779-1
Molecular Formula
C6H12O
Molecular Weight
100.15900 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
11/2/2026

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point118 °C758 mm Hg(lit.)
Density0.815 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point12.2 °C
Exact Mass100.08900
PSA17.07000
LogP1.62150
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.4(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

FlammableSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone?

The CAS number of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone is 565-61-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-2-pentanone?

3-Methyl-2-pentanone has molecular formula C6H12O and molecular weight 100.15900 g/mol.

Is 3-Methyl-2-pentanone hazardous?

3-Methyl-2-pentanone has GHS signal word Danger.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated:

How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Methyl-2-pentanone (CAS 565-61-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-13779-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.