Products Description

Product name:2-Heptanone

Synonyms:Methyl amyl ketone; MAK

CAS:110-43-0

MF:C7H14O

MW:104.19

EINECS:203-767-1

Density:0.82 g/ml

Melting point:-35°C

Boiling point:149-150°C

Packaging:25 L/drum, 200 L/drum, 1000 L/IBC drum

Solubility:Slightly soluble in water, miscible in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, benzene, and carbon tetrachloride.

Specification

Items	Specifications
Appearance	Colorless transparent liquid
Purity(%)	≥99
Color(Co-Pt)	≤20
Acidity(as Acetic acid, %)	≤0.05
Water(%)	≤0.2

Application

2-Heptanone(Methyl pentyl ketone) is an organic compound widely used in the following fields:
Spices and food:
2-Heptanone has a fruit flavor, which is often used to simulate the aroma of bananas, apples and other fruits. As a raw material for edible essence, it can enhance the flavor of milk fat and coconut, cream and other flavors. ‌
Industrial solvents:
Coatings and inks: Due to their volatility and solubility, 2-Heptanone is often used as a coating solvent to improve fluidity and drying speed. ‌
Organic synthesis: 2-Heptanone is used as a synthetic intermediate in fields such as medicine and pesticides. ‌
Laboratory use:
Reaction medium: 2-Heptanone is used as an inert reaction medium to participate in organic synthesis experiments. ‌
Solvent: 2-Heptanone dissolves materials such as rosin, vegetable oil, polystyrene, etc. ‌

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated environment, away from sources of fire and high temperature areas. Do not mix with chemicals such as strong oxidants, strong reducing agents and strong bases.