2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone

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2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone Structure
2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone structure
Common Name 2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone
CAS Number 6705-49-3 Molecular Weight 112.127
Density 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 Boiling Point 204.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C6H8O2 Melting Point N/A
MSDS Chinese USA Flash Point 91.4±16.2 °C

 Names

This table lists Chinese names, IUPAC names and various aliases of this chemical substance.

Name Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy
Synonym More Synonyms

 Chemical & Physical Properties

This table shows physicochemical parameters including melting point, boiling point, density, solubility and optical rotation. Missing data is marked as N/A.

Density 1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point 204.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C6H8O2
Molecular Weight 112.127
Flash Point 91.4±16.2 °C
Exact Mass 112.052429
PSA 29.60000
LogP -0.73
Vapour Pressure 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction 1.504
InChIKey QKOHEJBTNOEACF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES O=C1CCCC2OC12

 MSDS

This table provides MSDS information including hazard classification, first‑aid, fire‑fighting, spill handling, operation and storage instructions.


Section1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE
Product name: 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one

Section2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a dangerous substance according to GHS.
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
Label elements
The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
Other hazards - none

Section3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Formula: C6H8O2
Molecular Weight: 112,13 g/mol
CAS-No.EC-No.Index-No.ClassificationConcentration
7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one
6705-49-3229-751-4---

Section4. FIRST AID MEASURES
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.

Section5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Section6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Section7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully
resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Store in cool place.

Section8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection not required. For nuisance exposures use type OV/AG (US) or type ABEK (EU EN
14387) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Hand protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without
touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves
after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the
standard EN 374 derived from it.
Eye protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as
NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration
and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Hygiene measures
General industrial hygiene practice.

Section9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Formliquid
Safety data
pH no data available
Melting pointno data available
Boiling point76 - 78 °C at 20 hPa - lit.
Flash point96,00 °C - closed cup
Ignition temperatureno data available
Lower explosion limitno data available
Upper explosion limitno data available
Density1,13 g/mL at 25 °C
Water solubilityno data available

Section10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides

Section11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
InhalationMay be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
IngestionMay be harmful if swallowed.
SkinMay be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
EyesMay cause eye irritation.
Additional Information
RTECS: no data available

Section12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
Other adverse effects
no data available

Section13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.

Section14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR/RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods



SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
N/A


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

 Safety Information

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Personal Protective Equipment Eyeshields;Gloves
RIDADR NONH for all modes of transport
HS Code 2932999099

 Synthetic Route

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 Customs

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HS Code 2932999099
Summary 2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

 Articles2

More Articles

This table lists relevant public references with title, journal and publication metadata for this compound.

Gene cloning and characterization of two NADH-dependent 3-quinuclidinone reductases from Microbacterium luteolum JCM 9174.

Appl. Environ. Microbiol. 79(4) , 1378-84, (2013)

We used the resting-cell reaction to screen approximately 200 microorganisms for biocatalysts which reduce 3-quinuclidinone to optically pure (R)-(-)-3-quinuclidinol. Microbacterium luteolum JCM 9174 ...

Oxidation of cyclohexene by dendritic PAMAMSA-Mn (II) complexes. Yang Z-W, et al.

J. Mol. Catal. A: Chem. 213(2) , 169-76, (2004)

 Synonyms

This table collects all English aliases, systematic names and CAS‑related synonyms of the compound.

7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one(6CI,7CI,8CI,9CI)
2,3-Epoxycyclohexan-1-one
2,3-epoxy-2-cyclohexenone
MFCD00192371
2-cyclohexene oxide-1-one
EINECS 229-751-4
2,3-Epoxy-1-cyclohexanone
7-oxobicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one
7-Oxabicyclo(4.1.0)heptan-2-one
2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone
2,3-Epoxycyclohexane-1-one
7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one

 2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone | FAQ

This section contains frequently‑asked‑questions about this compound, including basic parameters, properties, storage conditions and corresponding answers.

Q: What is the molecular formula of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: Molecular formula of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is C6H8O2.
Q: What is the LogP of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: LogP of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is -0.73.
Q: What are the upstream materials of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: Related upstream materials(CAS) of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy: 930-68-7;822-67-3;1192-78-5;110-83-8;64-19-7;75-05-8;67-56-1;64-17-5;2699-13-0.
Q: What is the CAS number of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: CAS number of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is 6705-49-3.
Q: What English synonyms does Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy have?
A: English synonyms of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy: 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one(6CI,7CI,8CI,9CI), 2,3-Epoxycyclohexan-1-one, 2,3-epoxy-2-cyclohexenone, MFCD00192371, 2-cyclohexene oxide-1-one, EINECS 229-751-4, 2,3-Epoxy-1-cyclohexanone, 7-oxobicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one, 7-Oxabicyclo(4.1.0)heptan-2-one, 2,3-Epoxycyclohexanone, 2,3-Epoxycyclohexane-1-one, 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-2-one.
Q: What are the downstream products of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: Related downstream products(CAS) of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy: 1109284-38-9;504-02-9;930-68-7;3298-40-6;765-87-7;120-92-3;29329-03-1;70871-45-3;10345-87-6;20795-53-3.
Q: What is the boiling point of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: Boiling point of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is 204.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg.
Q: What is the English name of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: The English name of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy.
Q: What is the SMILES notation of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: SMILES notation of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is O=C1CCCC2OC12.
Q: What is the polar surface area (PSA) of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy?
A: Polar surface area (PSA) of Cyclohexanone, 2,3-epoxy is 29.60000.

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