Acetone Technical Grade

Product Overview

Acetone Technical Grade (Chemical Formula: C₃H₆O) is a high-purity, volatile liquid solvent widely used in industrial processing. Also known as Propanone or Dimethyl Ketone, this colorless solvent typically exhibits a 99.9% assay, offering exceptional solvency for resins, fats, oils, and waxes. It is characterized by low viscosity, rapid evaporation, and miscibility with water and most organic solvents.

Designed for industrial applications, Acetone Technical Grade serves as a critical component in metal cleaning, surface preparation, and chemical formulation. While it meets strict purity standards (referencing ACS and USP-NF specifications for quality control), it is optimized for technical manufacturing, coating thinning, and equipment degreasing. The product is packaged and handled to maintain low moisture content and stability.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 67-64-1
• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Assay: 99.9% Typical (Range 99.5–100.5%)
• Molecular Weight: 58.08 g/mol
• Specific Gravity: 0.789 (20°C)
• Boiling Point: 56-57°C
• Flash Point: -20°C (Closed Cup)
• Water Content: < 0.5%

Common Applications

• Industrial Cleaning & Degreasing: Rapidly dissolves grease, oil, and resin from metal parts and machinery with no residue.
• Coatings & Thinning: Acts as a primary solvent for reducing viscosity in paints, varnishes, lacquers, and epoxy resins.
• Fiberglass Manufacturing: Essential solvent for cleaning tools and removing excess polyester resins.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a raw material and reaction medium in the production of varied industrial chemicals.
• Laboratory Use: General-purpose solvent for glassware cleaning and drying due to high volatility.

Safety Precautions

Acetone is highly flammable and must be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources, heat, or direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent evaporation and moisture absorption. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including solvent-resistant gloves and safety goggles. Ensure proper grounding of containers during transfer to prevent static discharge.

Benefits

High Solvency Power: Effectively dissolves a wide range of organic compounds, resins, and adhesives.

Fast Evaporation: dries rapidly without leaving residue, ideal for precision cleaning.

Bulk Availability: Stocked in sizes from 1 pint to 330-gallon totes to support operations of all scales.

Quality Assured: 99.9% purity ensures consistent performance in critical formulations.

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