4-hydroxy-2-butanone
                                        
                                    4-hydroxy-2-butanone
                            - 590-90-9
 - C4H8O2
 
4-Hydroxy-2-butanone is used in the synthesis of fused benzazepine molecules as selective D3 receptor antagonists with pharmaceutical activity. In addition, it is used in the preparation of various hydroxy-substituted quaternary carbon centre compounds.
Description
4-Hydroxy-2-butanone is used in the synthesis of fused benzazepine molecules as selective D3 receptor antagonists with pharmaceutical activity. In addition, it is used in the preparation of various hydroxy-substituted quaternary carbon centre compounds.
Basic Info
| Chemical Name | 4-hydroxybutan-2-one | 
|---|---|
| Synonyms | 3-oxobutanol  | 
| CAS No. | 590-90-9 | 
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O2 | 
| Molecular Weight | 88.10510 | 
| PSA | 37.30000 | 
| LogP | -0.04220 | 
Properties
| Appearance & Physical State | Colorless and transparent liquid | 
|---|---|
| Density | 1.023 | 
| Boiling Point | 73-76ºC (12 mmHg) | 
| Flash Point | 91 | 
| Refractive Index | 1.43 | 
Safety Info
| Safety Statements | S16 | 
|---|---|
| HS Code | 2914400090 | 
| RIDADR | UN 1993 | 
| Risk Statements | R10 | 
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