Description

2-Pentanone 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is a high-purity chemical derivative primarily used as a reference standard and analytical reagent. This compound is critical for quality control and research laboratories requiring precise identification and quantification of carbonyl compounds. It is essential for professionals in pharmaceutical analysis, environmental testing, and industrial chemical research where accurate analytical results are paramount.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used in HPLC, GC, and TLC for the identification and quantification of ketones and aldehydes, particularly 2-Pentanone (Methyl Propyl Ketone).
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling: Employed in method development and validation to detect and measure carbonyl-containing impurities or degradation products in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Environmental Analysis: Serves as a derivative for detecting volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like ketones in air, water, and soil samples.
• Food and Flavor Chemistry: Applied in the analysis of flavor compounds and potential contaminants where specific carbonyl markers are relevant.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Utilized in synthetic chemistry as a reagent and in material science for studying surface reactions involving carbonyl groups.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Integral for in-house calibration and ensuring the accuracy of spectroscopic and chromatographic instruments in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone
CAS No.	1636-82-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄N₄O₄
Molecular Weight	266.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Propyl Ketone 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone; 2-Pentanone DNPH; 2,4-DNPH Derivative of 2-Pentanone; MPK-DNPH; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of Methyl n-Propyl Ketone; Pentan-2-one 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazone; DNPH derivative of CAS 107-87-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Pentanone 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (e.g., HPLC purity, IR identification) upon request, supporting compliance with ISO and GLP standards for analytical reagents.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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