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3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione

Also known as: 1,1-Diacetylethane, Methylacetylacetone, 3-Acetyl-2-butanone, 3-Acetylbutan-2-one, 3-Methylpentane-2,4-dione, 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-methyl-, NSC 15756

3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione (CAS 815-57-6) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O2 and a molecular weight of 114.14200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 190 - 191ºC, a boiling point of 172-174 °C(lit.), a density of 0.981 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 56.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
815-57-6
Jingsj CID
J-45516-3
Molecular Formula
C6H10O2
Molecular Weight
114.14200 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point190 - 191ºC
Boiling Point172-174 °C(lit.)
Density0.981 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point56.7 °C
Exact Mass114.06800
PSA34.14000
LogP0.80050
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.442(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914190090
Summary2914190090 other acyclic ketones without other oxygen function。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione?

The CAS number of 3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione is 815-57-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione?

3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione has molecular formula C6H10O2 and molecular weight 114.14200 g/mol.

Is 3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione hazardous?

3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione?

For 3-Methyl-2,4-pentanedione, Upstream Products: 2,4-Pentanedione, iodomethane, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 3-Methyl-2-pentanone, 3,4,5-Trimethyl-1H-pyrazole, Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoate.

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