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Product Overview
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) ACS Grade is a highly volatile liquid characterized by its sharp, sweet odor. Renowned for its effective solvent properties, it is typically used in surface coatings, adhesives, printing inks, chemical intermediates, magnetic tapes and lube oil dewaxing agents. The ACS grade denotes its compliance with the American Chemical Society\'s purity standards.
Key Properties
- CAS Number: 78-93-3
- UN Number: 1193
- Specific Gravity: 0.805
- Concentration: 99.5%
- Grade: ACS
Common Applications
- Used as a solvent in surface coatings due to its high solvency and fast evaporation rate
- Effective in adhesives due to its ability to dissolve a wide range of materials
- Applied in lube oil dewaxing agents for its excellent miscibility features
Safety Precautions
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not ingest or inhale.
Benefits
Offers superior solvent properties, fast evaporation rate, and high purity levels. Ideal for a wide range of industrial applications requiring a high-performance solvent.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 72.11 g/mol |
| Formula | CH3C(O)CH3 |
| Grade | ACS |
| Flash Point | -4 |
| Form | Liquid |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, alcohol, ether, and many organic solvents |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Melting Point | -86 °C |
| Boiling Point | 79 °C |
| Specific Gravity | 0.805 |
| Industry | Industrial, Chemical, Solvent |
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