| Name | 2,4-Pentanedione | |
| Synonyms | Acetylacetone | |
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O2 | |
| Molecular Weight | 100.12 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 123-54-6 | |
| EINECS | 204-634-0 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 0.975 | |
| Melting point | -23 ºC | |
| Boiling point | 133-140 ºC | |
| Refractive index | 1.451-1.453 | |
| Flash point | 35.5 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 16 g/100 mL (20 ºC) | |
Appearance: colorless transparent liquid
Assay: ≥99.55%;
Acid (as acetic acid): ≤0.15%;
Water: ≤0.1%
Uses: Mainly used in the production of sulphonamide and veterinary medicine,some of them can be used in catalyst acetylacetone salt, Also can be used as solvent of cellulose acetate, additive of gasoline and lubricant, desiccant of paint and varnish, bactericide, pesticide, etc.