Product Description

ProductMethyl Ethyl Ketone
CAS78-93-3
FormulaC4H8O
Synonym2-Butanone, MEK, DEA Code 6714, 2-Butanone, Butanone

Typical Product Specifications

Density0.8255 (04 c)
Viscosity0.40 cp
Non-Volatile Matter0.0030% Maximum
AppearanceColorless
Purity99.5% Minimum
Acidity as Acetic Acid30 ppm Maximum
Specific gravity 20/20 deg C0.805 - 0.807
Boiling Point78.5 - 81.0 degrees C
Moisture1,000 ppm Maximum
Color10 APHA Maximum
AromaticsAbsent
Vapor Pressure71.2 mm (20 c)
Odoracetone-like odor
Melting Point-86 c
Refractive Index1.3814 (15 c)
Molecular weight72.10
Flash Point(toc) 24 f
Solubility4 parts water, benzene, alcohol, ether, oxygenated and chlorinated solvs.
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

The sale of this product is regulated by the DEA. 

DEA Code: 6714

Harmonized Code: 2914.12.0000

Industrially, MEK is used as a solvent in processing Coatings and Resins

It is also widely used in Plastics production.  

Use: PERFUMING, SOLVENT

For more information on Methyl Ethyl Ketone CAS 78-93-3:

ClassSolvents - Glycols - Alcohols, Plastic Additives, Chemical Intermediates, Adhesives, Coatings and Sealants Chemicals, Organic Intermediates and Compounds, Industrial Chemicals, DEA List II Chemicals
FunctionSolvents, Plasticizers, Intermediates, Drilling Fluid Additives, Organic Intermediate
IndustryIndustrial, Resin & Coating, Industrial Drilling, Oil and Gas Production, Drilling Fluid, Fracking, Hydraulic Fracturing, Organics
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