Acetone

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Acetone is a clear, highly volatile, and fast-evaporating organic solvent widely used across industrial, laboratory, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing applications. It is known for its strong solvency power, particularly for resins, plastics, oils, and adhesives. Due to its rapid drying characteristics and excellent compatibility with many organic compounds, Acetone is commonly used in surface cleaning, degreasing, chemical synthesis, and formulation processes.

Pricing: On request

Description

Product Specifications

Property Specification
Chemical Name Acetone
Chemical Formula C₃H₆O
CAS Number 67-64-1
Appearance Clear, colourless liquid
Odour Characteristic sweet, pungent odour
Molecular Weight 58.08 g/mol
Purity ≥ 99% (Industrial Grade)
Boiling Point ~56°C
Density ~0.79 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility Completely miscible with water
Flash Point ~-20°C (Highly flammable)
Packaging 25 L containers, 200 L drums, 1,000 L IBC tanks, bulk supply
Storage Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Uses

Acetone is widely used across multiple industries, including:

  • Industrial degreasing and surface cleaning.
  • Paints, coatings, and varnish formulation.
  • Adhesive and sealant production and removal.
  • Pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis processes.
  • Laboratory reagent and analytical applications.
  • Plastic and resin manufacturing processes.
  • Electronics cleaning and precision component maintenance.
  • Nail polish remover formulations (cosmetic grade).
  • Fiber and textile processing applications.
  • Extraction processes in chemical manufacturing.

Benefits

  • Extremely fast evaporation rate for efficient processing.
  • Strong solvency for oils, resins, and synthetic materials.
  • Highly versatile across industrial and laboratory applications.
  • Effective cleaning and degreasing performance.
  • Completely miscible with water for flexible formulation use.
  • Enhances production efficiency in manufacturing processes.
  • Reliable high-purity performance in industrial applications.
  • Suitable for precision cleaning in electronics and instruments.
  • Cost-effective solvent for large-scale industrial use.
  • Widely available and compatible with many chemical systems.

Safety Information

  • Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and ignition sources.
  • Use only in well-ventilated areas to avoid vapour accumulation.
  • Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing.
  • Avoid inhalation of vapours and prolonged skin contact.
  • Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry area away from oxidizing agents.
  • Keep away from incompatible chemicals and sources of ignition.
  • In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention if irritation persists.
  • In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
  • If inhaled, move to fresh air immediately.
  • Always refer to the latest Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before handling, storage, or transport.

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