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A clear colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. Flash point below 141°F. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air.

Acetyl bromide reacts violently with alcohols or water, [Merck 11th ed., 1989]. Mixtures of alcohols with concentrated sulfuric acid and strong hydrogen peroxide can cause explosions. Example: An explosion will occur if dimethylbenzylcarbinol is added to 90% hydrogen peroxide then acidified with concentrated sulfuric acid. Mixtures of ethyl alcohol with concentrated hydrogen peroxide form powerful explosives. Mixtures of hydrogen peroxide and 1-phenyl-2-methyl propyl alcohol tend to explode if acidified with 70% sulfuric acid, [Chem. Eng. News 45(43):73(1967); J, Org. Chem. 28:1893(1963)]. Alkyl hypochlorites are violently explosive. They are readily obtained by reacting hypochlorous acid and alcohols either in aqueous solution or mixed aqueous-carbon tetrachloride solutions. Chlorine plus alcohols would similarly yield alkyl hypochlorites. They decompose in the cold and explode on exposure to sunlight or heat. Tertiary hypochlorites are less unstable than secondary or primary hypochlorites, [NFPA 491 M, 1991]. Base-catalysed reactions of isocyanates with alcohols should be carried out in inert solvents. Such reactions in the absence of solvents often occur with explosive violence, [Wischmeyer(1969)].

Highly flammable. Soluble in water.

Vapor is irritating to the mucous membrane of the eye and respiratory tract. Inhalation can cause dizziness, nausea, some anesthesia. Very high concentrations have a narcotic effect. The liquid is not highly irritating to the skin but can cause dermatitis.

It is used as a solvent for pigments, cellulose esters; oils and fats. It is used in hydraulic brake fluids and in antifreeze formulations.

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids are lighter than water.

If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure, begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, includ- ing resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.

UN1148 Diacetone alcohol, Hazard Class: 3; Labels: 3-Flammable liquid.

Vapor may form explosive mixture with air. Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, perox- ides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluo- rine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, and epoxides.

Diacetone alcohol is a colorless liquid with amild, minty odor. Odor threshold = 0.28 ppm. Molecularweight = 116.16; Specific gravity (H2O:1) = 0.94; Boilingpoint = 168℃; Freezing/Melting point = - 43.8℃; Vaporpressure = 1 mmHg at 20℃; Flash point = 64℃; 58℃(acetone free); 64℃ (commercial grade). Explosive limits:LEL = 1.8%; UEL = 6.9%. Hazard Identification (based onNFPA-704 M Rating System): Health 1, Flammability 2,Reactivity 0. Soluble in water.

colourless liquid

Diacetone alcohol is a colorless liquid. Mild, mint odor.

Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinera- tor equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. All federal, state, and local environmental regulations must be observed.

Clear, watery, flammable liquid with a mild, pleasant, characteristic odor similar to 2-butanone or the pentanones. Experimentally determined detection and recognition odor threshold concentrations were 1.3 mg/m³ (270 ppb_v) and 5.2 mg/m³ (1.1 ppm_v), respectively (Hellman and Small, 1974).

4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone is used asa solvent for nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate,resins, fats, oils, and waxes; and in hydraulicfluids and antifreeze solutions..

Solvent for cellulose acetate, nitrocellulose, celluloid, fats, oils, waxes, resins. As a preservative in pharmaceutical preparations. In some antifreeze solutions and in hydraulic fluids.

Solvent for pigments, cellulose, resins, oils, fats, and hydrocarbons; hydraulic brake fluid; antifreeze

ChEBI: A beta-hydroxy ketone formed by hydroxylation of 4-methylpentan-2-one at the 4-position. It has been isolated from Achnatherum robustum.

4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone is manufactured through the action of barium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, or calcium hydroxide on acetone. Commercial materials may contain up to 15%acetone.

Organic Syntheses, Coll. Vol. 1, p. 199, 1941
Tetrahedron Letters, 16, p. 4027, 1975 DOI: 10.1016/S0040-4039(00)91227-9

Reactivity with Water : No reaction; Reactivity with Common Materials: No reaction; Stability During Transport: Stable; Neutralizing Agents for Acids and Caustics: Not pertinent; Polymerization: Not pertinent; Inhibitor of Polymerization: Not pertinent.

Occupational exposure to 4-hydroxy-4-methyl-2- pentanone is most likely to be by inhalation and skin contact. It presents a low degree of hazard if good work practices are observed. Appropriate protective clothing and eye protection should be made available as prolonged exposure may defat the skin and cause dermatitis. The occurrence of eye, nose, and throat irritation and a recognizable odor at low concentrations should protect against overexposure to 4-hydroxy-4- methyl-2-pentanone.

Biological. Using the BOD technique to measure biodegradation, the mean 5-d BOD value (mM BOD/mM diacetone alcohol) and ThOD were 3.67 and 45.9%, respectively (Vaishnav et al., 1987).
Photolytic. Grosjean (1997) reported a rate constant of 4.0 x 10^-12 cm³/molecule?sec at 298 K for the reaction of OH radicals in the atmosphere. Based on a OH concentration of 1.0 x 106 molecule/cm³, the reported half-life of diacetone alcohol is 2.0 d (Grosjean, 1997).

Color Code—Red: Flammability Hazard: Store in aflammable liquid storage area or approved cabinet away fromignition sources and corrosive and reactive materials. Prior toworking with this chemical you should be trained on its properhandling and storage. Before entering confined space wherethis chemical may be present, check to make sure that anexplosive concentration does not exist. Diacetone alcohol mustbe stored to avoid contact with strong oxidizers (such as chlorine, bromine, and fluorine) or strong alkalis (such as sodiumhydroxide or potassium hydroxide) since violent reactionsoccur. Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, wellventilated area away from heat. Sources of ignition, such assmoking and open flames, are prohibited where diacetone alcohol is used, handled, or stored in a manner that could create apotential fire or explosion hazard. Metal containers involvingthe transfer of 5 gallons or more of diacetone alcohol shouldbe grounded and bonded. Drums must be equipped with selfclosing valves, pressure vacuum bungs, and flame arresters.

The pentanone loses water when heated. It can be dried with CaSO4, then fractionally distilled under reduced pressure. [Beilstein 1 IV 403.]

The final Initial Threshold Screening Level (ITSL) for diacetone alchohol is 2375 μg/m3 based on an 8-hour averaging time.