Solketal
CAS No.:
100-79-8
M. Wt:
132.158
M. Fa:
C6H12O3
InChI Key:
RNVYQYLELCKWAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Appearance:
Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid
Names and Identifiers of Solketal
CAS Number |
100-79-8 |
|---|---|
EC Number |
202-888-7 |
MDL Number |
MFCD00063238 |
IUPAC Name |
(2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol |
InChI |
InChI=1S/C6H12O3/c1-6(2)8-4-5(3-7)9-6/h5,7H,3-4H2,1-2H3 |
InChIKey |
RNVYQYLELCKWAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Canonical SMILES |
CC1(OCC(O1)CO)C |
UNII |
3XK098O8ZW |
UNSPSC Code |
12352100 |
Physical and chemical properties of Solketal
Acidity coefficient |
14.20±0.10(Predicted) |
|---|---|
Boiling Point |
188-189 °C |
BRN |
104465 |
Density |
Relative density (water = 1): 1.06 |
Exact Mass |
132.078644 |
Flash Point |
80 °C c.c. |
Index of Refraction |
1.424 |
LogP |
0.06 |
Melting Point |
-26.4 °C |
Merck |
14,5213 |
Molecular Formula |
C6H12O3 |
Molecular Weight |
132.158 |
pH |
4.0-7.5 (H2O) |
PSA |
38.69000 |
Solubility |
Solubility in water: miscible |
Storage condition |
2-8°C |
Vapour density |
Relative vapor density (air = 1): 4.6 |
Vapour Pressure |
107.0 [mmHg] |
Water Solubility |
miscible |
Safety Information of Solketal
Applications of Solketal
Solketal has a wide range of applications across various industries:
- Solvent in Industrial Formulations: Used in paints, inks, and cleaning products due to its excellent solvent properties.
- Pharmaceuticals: Acts as an additive in injectable formulations and ointments.
- Cosmetics: Utilized in creams and lotions for its moisturizing properties.
- Fuel Additive: Employed to reduce hydrocarbon emissions in fuels.
Interaction Studies of Solketal
Interaction studies involving solketal primarily focus on its role as a solvent and its compatibility with various chemical compounds. Research indicates that solketal can effectively dissolve a range of organic compounds while maintaining stability under different conditions. Its interactions with catalysts during the acetalization process also highlight its ability to influence reaction kinetics positively.
Physical sample testing spectrum (NMR) of Solketal

