Product Overview

Industrial-Grade Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK/2-Butanone) delivers superior solvency performance through its professional-strength formulation. This high-purity organic solvent provides exceptional dissolution power and controlled evaporation characteristics, making it the preferred choice for industrial coating manufacturers, professional surface preparation specialists, and precision cleaning operations. Our laboratory-verified formula maintains optimal chemical stability while delivering maximum effectiveness for demanding manufacturing processes.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 78-93-3 (Pure Methyl Ethyl Ketone)
• UN Number: UN1193 (Class 3 Flammable Liquid)
• Specific Gravity: 0.805 at 20°C (68°F)
• Boiling Point: 79.6°C (175.3°F)
• Flash Point: -9°C (16°F)
• Evaporation Rate: 3.7 (n-Butyl Acetate = 1)
• Purity: 99.9% minimum
• Water Content: <0.1% maximum

Common Applications

• Professional coating manufacturing and industrial paint formulation processes
• High-performance adhesive production and solvent-based bonding systems
• Industrial surface preparation and precision parts cleaning operations
• Commercial printing ink manufacturing and specialty coating development
• Advanced synthetic resin production and polymer processing
• Industrial composite material manufacturing and fiberglass lamination
• Professional coating removal and industrial equipment cleaning
• Specialized magnetic tape manufacturing and electronic component cleaning

Safety Precautions

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE - Professional handling required. Class 3 flammable liquid with low flash point. Maintain explosion-proof ventilation systems and eliminate all ignition sources within 75 feet of handling area. Store in temperature-controlled environments below 70°F (21°C). Mandatory PPE includes chemical-resistant butyl rubber gloves, splash-proof safety goggles, and organic vapor respirators with appropriate cartridges. Ground and bond all containers during transfer operations. Install appropriate fire suppression systems and maintain emergency eyewash stations in work areas. Follow all OSHA regulations for handling industrial solvents and VOC emissions guidelines.

Benefits

Our premium Methyl Ethyl Ketone revolutionizes industrial processes through its enhanced purity formulation, delivering unprecedented performance in demanding manufacturing applications. This professional-grade solvent achieves maximum dissolution power while maintaining controlled evaporation characteristics, dramatically reducing production cycle times and processing costs. The optimized formulation excels in coating and adhesive applications while providing exceptional solvency compared to alternative industrial solvents. Every batch undergoes rigorous quality control testing including gas chromatography analysis, water content verification, and evaporation rate measurement, ensuring consistent, reliable performance across all industrial applications. The rapid-dry formula provides excellent substrate compatibility, making it ideal for critical manufacturing processes in coating production, industrial cleaning, and professional surface preparation. Trusted by coating manufacturers, industrial facilities, and production specialists nationwide for its superior solvency power and cost-effective results.