Ketones

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About Ketones

Ketones are a class of organic solvents characterized by a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to two carbon atoms. Known for their fast evaporation rates and excellent dissolving power, ketones are among the most effective solvents for coatings, adhesives, and cleaning applications.

This collection includes acetone, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK), and cyclohexanone. Industrial uses range from paint stripping and surface preparation to resin and adhesive formulation, fiberglass lay-up and gel-coat thinning, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and laboratory extraction. MEK in particular has some surprising hobby applications, as covered in our article on using MEK as a permanent Lego glue.

We supply ketone solvents in Technical and ACS Reagent grades. Packaging options range from quarts and gallons for small shops and studios to drums and totes for manufacturing lines and distribution. To understand the differences in chemical purity, review our guide to chemical grades.

Every order ships with a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis (COA). Alliance Chemical offers same-day shipping, no minimum order requirements, and proper hazmat compliance for these flammable solvents.