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Acetoxyacetone

Also known as 2-Oxopropyl acetate, Acetonyl acetate, Acetol acetate

CAS 592-20-1Formula C5H8O3Molar mass 116.12 g/molEC 209-746-3
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Acetoxyacetone chemical structure, C5H8O3, CAS 592-20-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
592-20-1
Formula
C5H8O3
Molar mass
116.12 g/mol
EC number
209-746-3
HS code
291539
Category
Esters and lactones

What is Acetoxyacetone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Acetoxyacetone is a ketone and a carboxylic ester.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
2-oxopropyl acetate
CAS number
592-20-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
209-746-3
Molecular formula
C5H8O3
UNII
CM71768T6Q
MDL number
MFCD00042848
InChIKey
DBERHVIZRVGDFO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C5H8O3/c1-4(6)3-8-5(2)7/h3H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)COC(=O)C

Synonyms

  • 2-Oxopropyl acetate
  • Acetonyl acetate
  • Acetol acetate
  • O-Acetylacetol
  • 1-Acetoxyacetone
  • Acetoxy-2-propanone
  • Acetoxypropanone
  • Acetylmethyl acetate
  • 1-Acetoxy-2-propanone
  • 2-Propanone, 1-(acetyloxy)-
  • 1-Hydroxy-2-propanone acetate
  • 1-(Acetyloxy)-2-propanone
  • 2-Propanone, 1-hydroxy-, acetate
  • 1-Acetoxy-propan-2-one
  • 1-Acetyloxy-propan-2-one
  • Acetic acid acetonyl ester
  • 2-Propanone, 1-hydroxy-, acetate (8CI)
  • OAcetylacetol
  • 1Acetoxyacetone
  • 1Acetoxy2propanone
  • 2Oxopropyl acetate
  • 2-Oxopropyl acetic acid
  • 1Hydroxy2propanone acetate
  • 2Propanone, 1(acetyloxy)
  • 2Propanone, 1hydroxy, acetate
Show all 32 synonyms
  • 2Propanone, 1hydroxy, acetate (8CI)
  • acetic acid 2-oxo-propyl ester
  • 2-Propanone, acetate
  • Essigsaure Aceton
  • 98% stabilized with Hydrotalcite
  • Acetoxyacetone, technical, >=98.0% (GC)
  • Acetic acid,(2-oxopropyl) ester acetonylacetate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
116.12 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
116.0473 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.14calc.
Topological polar surface area
43.37 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
8calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.6calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Acetoxyacetone is traded under.

HS 2915.39Indicative HS code

Esters of acetic acid, other

World exports in 2024
$2.03B
+7.9% vs 2023, imports $1.95B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China58.0%
  2. United States7.3%
  3. Germany6.5%
Top importers
  1. Singapore15.6%
  2. South Korea7.2%
  3. Indonesia6.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Acetoxyacetone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Acetoxyacetone, based on the data on this page

What is Acetoxyacetone?

Acetoxyacetone is a ketone and a carboxylic ester.

What is the CAS number of Acetoxyacetone?

The CAS registry number of Acetoxyacetone is 592-20-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Acetoxyacetone?

The molecular formula of Acetoxyacetone is C5H8O3 and its molar mass is 116.12 g/mol.

What is Acetoxyacetone used for?

Known uses and roles of Acetoxyacetone include building blocks in research and laboratory and flavouring and nutrient.

Is Acetoxyacetone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Acetoxyacetone is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Acetoxyacetone?

Acetoxyacetone is usually classified under HS code 291539 (Esters of acetic acid, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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