Ketene
TL;DR: Ketene (CAS 463-51-4) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C2H2O and molecular weight 42.010563 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
ethenone
Also Known As: Ethenone, KETENE, Carbomethene, Keto-ethylene, Ethylenone
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C2H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 42.010563 g/mol |
| XLogP | 0.8 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 17.1 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 1 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 42.010563 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 3 |
| Complexity | 25.0 |
| Melting Point | -238 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Boiling Point | -69 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Density | 1.45(relative gas density) |
| Flash Point | Flammable gas |
| Vapor Pressure | greater than 1 atm (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Solubility | Reacts with water (NIOSH, 2024) |
| SMILES | C=C=O |
| InChIKey | CCGKOQOJPYTBIH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Ketene is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as complex organic molecule assembly across discovery and process chemistry. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies Ketene (CAS 463-51-4) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
Ketene is a heterocyclic building block identified by CAS number 463-51-4 and the molecular formula C2H2O and a molecular weight of 42.01 g/mol. Physically, the compound has a density of 1.45(relative gas density) g/cm³, a solubility: Reacts with water (NIOSH, 2024). It is also known as Ethenone and KETENE.
Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of Ketene
Property Insights of Ketene
The XLogP value of 0.8 suggests moderate lipophilicity, balancing water solubility and membrane permeability for Ketene. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 17.1 Ų, Ketene exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Ketene has 0 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 1 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ketene?
The CAS number of Ketene is 463-51-4.
What is the molecular formula of Ketene?
The molecular formula of Ketene is C2H2O.
What is the molecular weight of Ketene?
The molecular weight of Ketene is 42.010563 g/mol.
What are the applications of Ketene?
Ketene is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as complex organic molecule assembly across discovery and process chemistry. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. CoreyChem supplies Ketene (CAS 463-51-4) with...
Where can I buy Ketene?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Ketene?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Ketene and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.