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Propionic Anhydride for synthesis

Methylacetic Anhydride, Propanoic Acid Anhydride, Propanoic Anhydride

Assay: 98.5%
Code
15A983
CAS
123-62-6
Molecular Formula
C6H10O3
Molar mass
130.14 g/mol

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15A983.0019
code
15A983.0019
packaging size
197 l
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Melting Point:
-45 °C
Boiling Point:
167 °C
Density:
1.01 kg/l
Solubility:
in water at 20°C:breaks down.
Refractive Index:
20/D 1.404
Physical Description:
liquid
Product Code:
15A983
Product Name:
Propionic Anhydride for synthesis
Quality Name:
for synthesis
Specifications:
Assay: 98.5%
Identity: IR passes test
Acetic anhydride [(CH3CO)2O]: < 0.05 %
Hazard pictograms
  • GHS05 Hazard
UN:
2496
Class/PG:
8/III
ADR:
8/III
IMDG:
8/III
IATA:
8/III
WGK:
1
Storage:
Room Temperature.
Signal Word:
Danger
GHS Symbols:
GHS05
H Phrases:
H314
P Phrases:
P260
P264
P280
P301+P330+P331
P303+P361+P353
P501
P304+P340
P305+P351+P338
P310
P321
P338
P363
P405
Master Name:
Propionic Anhydride
Synonyms Long Text:
Methylacetic Anhydride, Propanoic Acid Anhydride, Propanoic Anhydride
EINECS:
204-638-2
CS:
2915 90 70 90
Index Nr.:
607-010-00-X
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Comments

Propionic anhydride - CAS number 123-62-6 - Molar mass 130.14 g-mol-1 - Physical state liquid - Density 1.02 g-cm-3 - Melting point -45 °C - Boiling point 167 °C - Vapor pressure 1.42 hPa (20 °C) - Solubility decomposes in water - Refractive index 1.404 (20 °C) - Precautionary statements -.

FAQs

What is propionic anhydride?

Propionic anhydride is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, molecular formula C6H10O3, also called propanoic anhydride, propanoic acid anhydride or methylacetic anhydride. It is a simple carboxylic acid anhydride, widely used as a reagent in organic synthesis, in the manufacture of cellulose derivatives, as a dehydrating agent in some sulfonations and nitrations, as an acylating agent, as a raw material for the manufacture of dyes, pharmaceutical products, agrochemicals, fragrances, etc. It is soluble in ethanol, methanol, chloroform, ethyl ether, isopropanol, etc. It decomposes in contact with water forming propionic acid.

What is propionic anhydride used for?

Propionic anhydride is used in organic synthesis as an esterifying agent in acylation reactions, e.g. for the manufacture of cellulose esters, perfumes, oils, synthetic resins, rubber accelerators, dyes, dye intermediates, pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, etc. It is also used as a dehydrating agent in some sulfonations and nitrations.

What are the applications of propionic anhydride?

Propionic anhydride is used in organic synthesis as an esterifying agent in acylation reactions, e.g. for the manufacture of cellulose esters, perfumes, oils, synthetic resins, rubber accelerators, dyes, dye intermediates, pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, etc. It is also used as a dehydrating agent in some sulfonations and nitrations.

What is the CAS number of propionic anhydride?

The CAS number of propionic anhydride is 123-62-6.

What is the difference between propionic anhydride and propanoic anhydride?

. None, they are two different ways of naming the same compound.

What is the difference between propionic anhydride and propionic acid anhydride?

. None, they are two different ways of naming the same compound.

What is the melting point of propionic anhydride?

The melting (freezing) point of propionic anhydride is -42 °C.

What is the boiling point of propionic anhydride?

The boiling point of propionic anhydride is 167 °C.

What is the solubility of propionic anhydride?

Propionic anhydride is soluble in most organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, chloroform, ethyl ether, isopropanol, etc.; however, in contact with water it slowly hydrolyzes and decomposes to form propionic acid.

What is the density of propionic anhydride?

The density of propionic anhydride is 1.012 g/mL at 20 °C.

What are the safety precautions for propionic anhydride?

The indications according to the CLP (Classification, Labeling and Packaging) Regulation are: H314; P280, P303+P361+P353, P305+P351+P338, P310, P321, P405, P501. The symbol or pictogram according to GHS (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals) is: GHS05. Propionic anhydride is for professional use only. For further information, please refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) by following this link https://www.itwreagents.com/download_file/sds/15A983/gb/sds_15A983_en.pdf.

Where to buy propionic anhydride?

You can purchase propionic anhydride from ITW Reagents through its worldwide network of distributors, or through the online store if you are a registered ITW Reagents customer. If you wish to purchase propionic anhydride for production processes, please contact our distributors. Follow this link to find a distributor in your country https://www.itwreagents.com/rest-of-world/en/distributors-rw.