Triacetylmethane
Also known as: 3-Acetyl-2,4-pentanedione, 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-acetyl-, 3-Acetylpentane-2,4-dione, 3-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-2,4-pentanedione, Diacetylacetone, Methine triacetate, NSC 52979
Triacetylmethane (CAS 815-68-9) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H10O3 and a molecular weight of 142.15200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 203.5ºC(lit.), a density of 1.066 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 87.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 815-68-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-971-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 142.15200 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 203.5ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.066 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 87.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 142.06300 |
| PSA | 51.21000 |
| LogP | 0.36960 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.487(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Triacetylmethane?
The CAS number of Triacetylmethane is 815-68-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Triacetylmethane?
Triacetylmethane has molecular formula C7H10O3 and molecular weight 142.15200 g/mol.
Is Triacetylmethane hazardous?
Triacetylmethane has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Triacetylmethane?
For Triacetylmethane, Upstream Products: Acetyl chloride, 2,4-Pentanedione, Isopropenyl acetate; Downstream Products: 1-(3,5-Dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)ethanone, Acethydrazide, 2,4-Pentanedione.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Triacetylmethane (CAS 815-68-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-971-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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