Description

Acetylacetone is a versatile diketone and a crucial chelating agent, widely recognized for its role as a precursor to transition metal complexes. Its high volatility and ability to form stable coordination compounds make it an essential intermediate in numerous industrial and research applications. This product is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries, as well as in catalyst and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients and vitamins.
• As a precursor for metal acetylacetonate catalysts used in polymerization and organic synthesis.
• As a chelating agent and crosslinking agent in polymer and resin production.
• In the manufacture of agrochemicals, such as pesticides and herbicides.
• As a solvent and extraction agent in various chemical processes.
• In the production of specialty coatings and corrosion inhibitors.
• As a ligand in coordination chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetylacetone
CAS No.	123-54-6
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Pentanedione; Diacetyl methane; Acetyl-2-propanone; Hacac; Pentane-2,4-dione; 2,4-Diketopentane; 2,4-Pentadione; Acetoacetone
EINECS	204-634-0

Quality Control

Our Acetylacetone is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.451 - 1.453
Density (20°C)	0.972 - 0.978 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 140°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.