Acetone is an amphiphilic liquid that dries easily. It is a widely used solvent for paints, adhesives, and many other applications. Mitsubishi Chemical features very high purity acetone.
- EINECS: No. 200-662-2
- Japan, Chemical Substances Control Law: METI-No. 2-542
- Japan, Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Law: Not applicable.
- Japan, Fire Services Law: Hazardous material Class 4 Petroleums No.1 (water-soluble liquid).
Characteristics
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Acetone is the ketone with the simplest structure which results in high solubility for a very wide range of organic materials. At room temperature, acetone's high volatility means that it is a fast-drying solvent which is very useful for many applications.
| Common Names | Acetone, 2-Propanone, Dimethyl ketone |
|---|---|
| Structure |  |
| Japan, Chemical Substances Control Law METI-No. | 2-542 |
| Formula | CH3COCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 58 |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Melting Point (℃) | -94 |
| Boiling Point (℃) | 56 |
| Specific Gravity | 0.79 |
| Flash Point (℃) | -17 |
| Autoignition Temperature (℃) | 465 |
| Flammability Range (%) | 2.6～12.8 |
| Solubility parameter | 10 |
Mitsubishi Chemical's acetone is very high purity.
Applications
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It is used as a solvent for paints and coatings, adhesives, cosmetics, and many other applications. It is also used as a raw material in the production of bisphenol A (an epoxy resin raw material) and of methyl methacrylate.
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