Butanone (Methyl ethyl ketone)
(90023181 | 78-93-3)

CAS: 78-93-3
Molecular Formula: C2H5COCH3
Molecular Weight: 72.11
Availablility: In Stock
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Butanone (Methyl ethyl ketone) Chemical Structure

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Product Detail
Product Code 90023181
Product Name Butanone (Methyl ethyl ketone)
Categories Aroma Chemicals Building Blocks Organics Solvents
CAS 78-93-3
Molecular Formula C2H5COCH3
Molecular Weight 72.11
Storage Details Ambient
Harmonised Tariff Code 29141200

Product Specification
Density 0.804 - 0.807
Refractive Index 1.378 - 1.380
Water 0.1% max
Non-Volatile Matter 0.002g/100ml max
Appearance Clear colourless liquid
Colour Pt-Co 10 max
Purity GC 99.5% min
Total alcohol 0.5% max
Acidity as Acetic Acid 0.003% max

Safety Information
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Hazard statements
  • EUH066: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary statements
  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking

  • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours

  • P280: Wear: protective gloves/ clothing & eye protection

  • P305+351+338: IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

  • P308+313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention