Description

3-Hexanone (CAS NO 589-38-8) is a versatile, mid-chain aliphatic ketone valued for its excellent solvent properties and role as a key chemical intermediate. Its balanced volatility and solvency power make it a critical component in formulations requiring controlled evaporation rates and effective dissolution of resins and polymers. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the coatings, specialty chemical, and fragrance industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Industrial Solvent: An effective solvent for cellulose esters, vinyl resins, and nitrocellulose in coating, adhesive, and ink formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block and intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a flavoring agent and fragrance component, contributing green, fruity notes.
• Extraction Agent: Employed in laboratory and process-scale extraction and purification procedures.
• Reaction Medium: Acts as a stable, inert medium for various chemical reactions and polymerizations.
• Cleaning and Degreasing: Utilized in specialty cleaning formulations for industrial equipment and precision parts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hexanone
CAS No.	589-38-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Propyl Ketone; Propyl Ethyl Ketone; EPNK; 3-Oxohexane; Hexan-3-one; FEMA 3292; Butyrone
EINECS	209-645-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Hexanone is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and physical properties are provided with every shipment 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, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.400 - 1.404
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.812 - 0.816
Boiling Point	122 - 124°C

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