Acetone

ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Dimethyl Ketone, Propanone
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
67-64-1
EC
200-662-2
Food Code

Acetone (C₃H₆O) is a highly volatile, low-boiling solvent with strong polarity and fast evaporation rate. It is miscible with water and most organic solvents.

Acetone

Used extensively in coatings, adhesives, cleaning agents, and as a laboratory solvent. Also a feedstock in MMA and bisphenol-A production.

Highly flammable; vapors form explosive mixtures with air. Avoid static discharge and use explosion-proof ventilation. May cause transient drowsiness on exposure.

Delivered in steel drums, IBCs, or bulk tankers; store in cool, ventilated, fire-safe locations.

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