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Identification

Name:
3-methylbutanone
Synonyms:
  • METILISOPROPILCETONA
  • 3-METIL-2-BUTANONA
CAS:
563-80-4
EC/EINECS:
209-264-3
Molecular Formula:
C5H10O
International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC):
0922
Uses:
solvent

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING (Regulation 1272/2008)

Symbols

  • GHS02

    Flammable gases

H Phrases

  • H225 : Highly flammable liquid and vapour

    Flam. Liq. (Cat. 2) : Flammable liquid

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