CAS 513-86-0: Acetoin
Description:Acetoin, also known as 3-hydroxybutan-2-one, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C4H8O2. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic buttery aroma, often associated with fermented products. Acetoin is a ketone and a dihydroxy compound, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a carbonyl group in its structure. It is soluble in water and organic solvents, making it versatile for various applications. Acetoin is commonly used as a flavoring agent in the food industry, particularly in dairy products and baked goods, due to its pleasant taste and aroma. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals and is utilized in the production of certain pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. In terms of safety, acetoin is generally recognized as safe when used in food, but like many chemicals, it should be handled with care to avoid potential health risks associated with inhalation or skin contact.
Formula:C4H8O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C4H8O2/c1-3(5)4(2)6/h3,5H,1-2H3
InChI key:InChIKey=ROWKJAVDOGWPAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=C(C)C(O)C
- Synonyms:
- (3R)-3-hydroxybutan-2-one
- (3S)-3-hydroxybutan-2-one
- 1-Acetylethanol
- 1-Hydroxyethyl methyl ketone
- 2,3-Butanolone
- 2-Butanone, 3-hydroxy-
- 2-Hydroxy-3-butanone
- 3-Hydroxy-2-butanone
- 3-Hydroxybutan-2-One
- 3-Hydroxybutanone
- See more synonyms
- 3-Hydroxyl-2-butanone
- 3-Oxo-2-butanol
- <span class="text-smallcaps">D</smallcap><smallcap>L</span>-Acetoin
- Acetion
- Acetoin
- Acetoin (3-Hydroxy-2-butanone)
- Acetoin, Mixture Of Monomer And Dimer
- Acetoina
- Acetoine
- Acetoion
- Acetyl-Methyl-Carbinol, Acetoine
- Acetylmethylcarbinol
- Butan-2-One, 3-Hydroxy-
- DL-Acetoin
- Dimethylketol
- Methanol, acetylmethyl-
- Nsc 7609
- γ-Hydroxy-β-oxobutane

Acetoin (May exist as crystalline dimer)
Ref: 3B-H0225
25g | 38.00 € | ||
500g | 310.00 € |

3-Hydroxy-2-butanone, monomer + dimer, 95%
Ref: 02-A13752
1kg | 476.00 € | ||
50g | 58.00 € | ||
250g | 151.00 € |

Ref: 54-OR902250
1g | 43.00 € | ||
10g | 56.00 € | ||
25g | 73.00 € |

Acetoin
Ref: 7W-GL0905
25g | 41.00 € | ||
100g | 104.00 € |

Acetoin
Controlled ProductRef: TR-A163775
5g | 101.00 € | ||
25g | 119.00 € |

3-Hydroxybutan-2-one
Ref: 10-F449308
25g | 63.00 € | ||
100g | 107.00 € |

Acetoin-13C4
Ref: TR-A163777
1mg | 403.00 € | ||
10mg | 2,746.00 € |

Ref: TR-A163778
5g | 111.00 € | ||
25g | 131.00 € | ||
50g | 146.00 € |

3-Hydroxy-2-butanone
Ref: 3D-FH36652
1kg | 492.00 € | ||
250g | 331.00 € | ||
500g | 350.00 € |