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2-Pentanone

Also known as: Methyl propyl ketone, Pentan-2-one, MPK, n-propyl methyl ketone, methyl n-propyl ketone, FEMA 2842

2-Pentanone (CAS 107-87-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O and a molecular weight of 86.132 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -78 °C, a boiling point of 102.7±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 7.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
107-87-9
Jingsj CID
J-1333672-5
Molecular Formula
C5H10O
Molecular Weight
86.132 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-78 °C
Boiling Point102.7±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point7.2±0.0 °C
Exact Mass86.073166
PSA17.07000
LogP0.90
Vapor Pressure38.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.383
Additional Property43 g/L (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H319 — Causes serious eye 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 2-Pentanone?

The CAS number of 2-Pentanone is 107-87-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Pentanone?

2-Pentanone has molecular formula C5H10O and molecular weight 86.132 g/mol.

Is 2-Pentanone hazardous?

2-Pentanone has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Pentanone?

For 2-Pentanone, Upstream Products: 3-Penten-2-ol, 3-Penten-2-one, 2-Pentanol; Downstream Products: (2S)-2-Pentanol, (R)-(-)-2-Pentanol, 2,4,6-Triphenylpyrylium chloride.

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