3-Hydroxy-2-butanone dimer Property

Melting point:

90-91°C

Boiling point:

279°C

Density 

1.105

Flash point:

41°C

pka

12.08±0.70(Predicted)

Odor

at 10.00 % in propylene glycol. milky creamy buttery dairy

Odor Type

buttery

LogP

1.318 (est)

EPA Substance Registry System

1,4-Dioxane-2,5-diol, 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl- (23147-57-1)

Safety

Risk Statements 

11

Safety Statements 

16

RIDADR 

1325

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

H315Causes skin irritation

Precautionary statements

P210Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.

P233Keep container tightly closed.

P240Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.

P241Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment.

P242Use only non-sparking tools.

P243Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

P303+P361+P353IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower.

P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).

P332+P313IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P362Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

P370+P378In case of fire: Use … for extinction.

P403+P235Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

3-Hydroxy-2-butanone dimer Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Description

3-Hydroxy-2-butanone is a chemical used in food flavoring and fragrances. It acts as an intermediate of butanediol cycle in microorganisms. It is used as an aroma carrier in the preparation of flavors and essences.