Description

Diacetone Alcohol is a clear, colorless, and versatile organic solvent with a mild, pleasant odor. It is valued for its excellent solvency power for a wide range of resins, oils, and cellulose derivatives, coupled with a relatively high boiling point and slow evaporation rate. This makes it a critical component in the formulation of coatings, inks, and industrial cleaners. Key industries that rely on this compound include paints and coatings, printing, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.

Application

• As a high-boiling solvent and coalescing agent in paints, lacquers, and protective coatings.
• As a carrier solvent in printing inks, particularly for flexographic and gravure applications.
• As an extraction solvent and intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• As a key component in industrial and metal cleaning formulations.
• As a solvent for cellulose esters, nitrocellulose, and various synthetic resins.
• As a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of other compounds, such as methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK).
• In the formulation of wood preservatives and specialty coatings.
• As a solvent in agrochemical products like pesticides and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diacetone Alcohol
CAS No.	123-42-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone; DAA; Diacetone; 4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one; 2-Methyl-2-pentanol-4-one; 4-Methyl-4-hydroxy-2-pentanone; 2-Pentanone, 4-hydroxy-4-methyl-
EINECS	204-626-7

Quality Control

Our Diacetone Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with products meeting relevant industry specifications for industrial and technical grades. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical parameters is available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your procurement standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.05 %
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.938 - 0.943
Distillation Range	164 - 170 °C
Color (APHA)	≤ 15

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