2,3-Pentanedione
Also known as: Acetylpropionyl, Pentane-2,3-dione, 2,3-Pentandione, 3,4-Pentanedione, Ethyl methyl diketone
2,3-Pentanedione (CAS 600-14-6) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.116 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -52 °C, a boiling point of 108.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 18.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly 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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 600-14-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-20133-9
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 100.116 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -52 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 108.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 18.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 100.052429 |
| PSA | 34.14000 |
| LogP | -0.80 |
| Vapor Pressure | 26.4±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.395 |
| Additional Property | 60 g/L (15 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Morgan DL, et al. Bronchial and bronchiolar fibrosis in rats exposed to 2,3-pentanedione vapors: implications for bronchiolitis obliterans in humans. Toxicol Pathol. 2012;40(3):448-465. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914190090 |
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| Summary | 2914190090 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 2,3-Pentanedione?
The CAS number of 2,3-Pentanedione is 600-14-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Pentanedione?
2,3-Pentanedione has molecular formula C5H8O2 and molecular weight 100.116 g/mol.
Is 2,3-Pentanedione hazardous?
2,3-Pentanedione has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,3-Pentanedione?
For 2,3-Pentanedione, Upstream Products: Propionaldehyde, 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid, Dimethyl sulfide; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxyimino-3-pentanone, tert-Butyl acetate, tert-Butyl peroxyacetate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,3-Pentanedione (CAS 600-14-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-20133-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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