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Name | Acetone |
CAS | 67-64-1 |
EINECS | 200-662-2 |
Molecular Formula | C3H6O |
Molar Mass | 58.08 |
Density | 0.791g/mL at 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | -94°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 56 °C760 mm Hg(lit.) |
Flash Point | 1°F |
JECFA Number | 139 |
Water Solubility | soluble |
Solubility | Miscible with water and with ethanol (96 per cent). |
Vapor Presure | 184 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
Vapor Density | 2 (vs air) |
Appearance | Liquid |
Specific Gravity | 0.79 (25/25ºC) |
Color | Colorless, invisible vapor |
Odor | Characteristic pungent odor detectable at 33 to 700 ppm (mean = 130 ppm) |
BRN | 14,66 |
Storage Condition | Store at +5°C to +30°C. |
Explosive Limit | 2.6-12.8%(V) |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.359(lit.) |
LogP | -0.16 |
Toxicity | LD50 in rats: 10.7 ml/kg orally (Smyth) |
HS Code | 29141100 |
Hazard Class | 3 |
Packing Group | II |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Appearance and properties: colorless, transparent and easy to flow liquid, aromatic odor, volatile. melting point (ºC): -94.6 boiling point (ºC): 56.5 relative density (water = 1): 0.80 relative vapor density (Air = 1): 2.00 saturated vapor pressure (kPa): 53.32(39.5 ºC) heat of combustion (kJ/mol): 1788.7 critical temperature (ºC): 235.5 critical pressure (MPa): 4.72 logarithm of octanol/water partition coefficient: -0.24 flash point (ºC): -20 ignition temperature (ºC): 465 Upper Explosive limit%(V/V): 2.5 lower explosive limit%(V/V): 13.0 solubility: miscible with water, miscible with ethanol, ether, oil, most organic solvents such as hydrocarbons |
Flammability and Explosibility | Acetone is extremely flammable (NFPA rating = 3), and its vapor can travel a considerable distance to an ignition source and "flash back." Acetone vapor forms explosive mixtures with air at concentrations of 2 to 13% (by volume). Carbon dioxide or dry chemical extinguishers should be used for acetone fires. |
pKa | 19.3(at 25ºC) |
Dielectric constant | 1.0(0ºC) |
Exposure limit | TLV-TWA 1780 mg/m3 (750 ppm), STEL2375 mg/m3 (ACGIH); 10 h-TWA 590mg/m3 (250 ppm); IDLH 20,000 ppm(NIOSH). |
PH | 5-6 (395g/l, H2O, 20°C) |
Relative polarity | 0.355 |
Odor Threshold | 42ppm |
IDLA | 2,500 ppm |
Acetone is a versatile solvent and has a wide range of applications across various industries due to its ability to dissolve many organic compounds and evaporate quickly. Here are some of the most common uses of acetone and the benefits it provides in each context:
Industry/Application | Use of Acetone | Benefit |
---|---|---|
Industrial Solvent | Cleaning and degreasing; thinning polyester resin | Effective at dissolving organic compounds; quick evaporation |
Laboratory | Cleaning glassware; solvent for reactions | Non-reactive with many chemicals; fast drying |
Pharmaceutical Industry | Solvent for drug formulation; extraction | Aids in efficient drug manufacture; high purity |
Beauty and Personal Care | Nail polish remover | Quick and efficient removal of nail polish |
Paint Thinner | Dissolving oils in paints; cleanup | Helps in easy application and removal of paints |
Chemical Intermediate | Production of MMA, BPA, and other chemicals | Essential for creating various polymers and plastics |
Food Additive | Extracting and processing fats and oils | Improves efficiency in food processing |
Automotive and Mechanical | Degreasing auto parts; cleaning machinery | Removes grease and dirt effectively |
Adhesives and Coatings | Ingredient in formulations | Improves adhesive properties; quick drying |
Textile Industry | Cleaning synthetic fibers; production aid | Enhances fiber processing; effective in textile treatment |
acetone stands as a testament to our commitment to quality and versatility. Whether you are streamlining your pharmaceutical preparations, optimizing your adhesive formulations, or achieving flawless finishes in your paint and coatings operations, our acetone brings unparalleled excellence to your applications.
We understand that each application is unique, and our team is dedicated to providing customized solutions that meet your exacting standards. For any specialized requirements or to discuss how cetone can transform your processes, please reach out to us.
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