2-pentanone is found in the highest concentrations in milk (cattle). 2-Pentanone has also been detected, but not quantified, in several different foods, such as fats and oils, corn, apples, evergreen blackberries, and fruits. This may make 2-pentanone a potential biomarker for the consumption of these foods. 2-Pentanone, in humans, has been found to be associated with various diseases such as ulcerative colitis, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and Crohn's disease; 2-pentanone has also been associated with the inborn metabolic disorder celiac disease .

2-Pentanone is a flavor volatile compound found in cheddar cheese [1], ripe bananas [2] and defatted soybeans.

2-Pentanone is used as a solvent for varnishes and surface coatings. It acts as a flavoring agent. It is also used as a solvent for cleaning and degreasing. In addition, it is used as an intermediate, paint additive, and coating additive.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and labeling information may refer to older brands. As part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals, the original Alfa Aesar product/item codes or SKU references have not changed.

2-Pentanone is used as a solvent for varnishes and surface coatings. It acts as a flavoring agent. It is also used as a solvent for cleaning and degreasing. In addition, it is used as an intermediate, paint additive, and coating additive.