Acetol

Agent Name
Acetol
CAS Number
116-09-6
Formula
C3-H6-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Acetol formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1-Hydroxy-2-propanone; 1-Hydroxyacetone; 2-Oxopropanol; Acetone alcohol; Acetylcarbinol; Acetylmethanol; Hydroxyacetone; Hydroxymethyl methyl ketone; Methanol, acetyl-; 2-Propanone, 1-hydroxy-; Hydroxy-2-propanone; [ChemIDplus] UN1224
Category
Other Organic Compounds
Description
Colorless liquid with a peculiar odor; [Merck Index] Clear light yellow liquid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used in organic synthesis (reagent) and peptide synthesis (protecting group); [Merck Index] Used as a solvent for nitrocellulose; [Hawley]
Comments
May cause irritation; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
2.95 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Ketones, liquid, n.o.s." VP from ChemIDplus;

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