Diacetone Alcohol - 123-42-2

Key Functions: Industrial / Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Solvents & Cleaning

Diacetone alcohol is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of mesityl oxide, hexylene glycol, and other organic chemicals; as a solvent for cellulose acetate, nitrocellulose, celluloid fats, oils, waxes, resins, and paint; and as a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations. Diacetone alcohol is a colorless liquid at room temperature. It is highly soluble in water. Its measured vapor pressure of 0.97 mm Hg indicates that it will likely volatilize.

Chemical Synonyms 4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone

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