Acetone
Acetone is an industrial and laboratory solvent and a chemical precursor for other materials. Its chemical names are dimethyl ketone and 2-propanone. Acetone is used in production of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
- Other Names: acetone, -hydroxybutyric acid and acetoacetic acid
- CAS Number: 67-64-1
- Formula: C3H6O
- Molar Mass: 58.08 g/mol
- Density: 0.790 – 0.793
- HS Code: 29141100
- Packaging Type: 160KG/drum (200L)
Description
Acetone is a polar and water-miscible solvent. Because of its low boiling point (56 °C), acetone can be easily evaporated for concentration and solvent exchange. Acetone is also an important organic solvent for biotechnology. Isopropyl alcohol is a popular choice for its economic price and versatility. Many stains, dyes, and antibiotics are only soluble in polar, aprotic solvents like Acetone. It can be used to wash fats and vitamins from certain proteins.
Molecular Biology Grade Acetone is of >99% purity and tested for a number of impurities. Acetone has a UV absorbance of 330 nm, making it ideal for HPLC calibration. Just dilute 5 mL in 995 mL of Nuclease-free water. Apply pure Isopropyl alcohol directly to microscope slides for quick and easy destaining.
Acetone, 99+%
Chemical Properties
Applications
Acetone is a polar, aprotic solvent used in the synthesis and isolation of both organic and inorganic compounds and complexes. It plays a vital role in Jones oxidation. It is utilized for rinsing laboratory glasswares due to its low cost and volatility. It is used in the manufacture of various chemicals such as methyl isobutyl ketone, mesityl oxide, diacetone alcohol, acetic acid, iodoform, bromoform, rayon, photographic films, paint and varnish removers. It is also useful in the synthesis of t-butanesulfinamide, terpenes, thiol-stabilized gold colloids, calixphyrin macrocycles and trispyrazolylborate platinum compounds. It plays an important role in protein crystallization.
Notes
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements: H225-H319-H336
Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary Statements: P210-P240-P241-P242-P243-P264b-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P403+P233-P501c
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other References
Product Details:
- Chemical Name: ACETONE CHEMICAL
- Other Names: acetone, -hydroxybutyric acid and acetoacetic acid
- CAS No: 67-64-1
- Applications: Laboratory Chemicals, Paint Manufacture, Pesticide, Printing, Rubber Manufacture, etc.
- Physical State : Liquid Coating
- Usage: Laboratory Chemicals, Paint Manufacture, Pesticide, Printing, Rubber Manufacture, etc.
- Shelf Life 2 Years
- Supply Ability : 2,000 Metric Ton Per Month
- Telegraphic Transfer (T/T), Letter of Credit at Sight (Sight L/C), Letter of Credit (L/C)
- Category: miscellaneous compounds
- Synonyms: Methyl Ketone; Dimethyl Ketone; Dimethylformaldehyde; Propanone; Pyroacetic Ether; Taimax; β-Ketopropane; Propan-2-one; 2-Propanone; Acetone (USP);
| Density | 0.790 – 0.793 | ||||
| Water | 0.30% m/m max | ||||
| Non Volatile Matter | 0.0015g/100ml max | ||||
| Benzene | 2ppm max | ||||
| Colour Pt Co | 10 max | ||||
| Purity GC | 99.5% min | ||||
| Acidity as Acetic Acid | 0.002% m/m max |
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| Signal word | Danger | ||||
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