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Butanone (Methyl ethyl ketone) - AM

SKU 90038778 CAS 78-93-3 C2H5COCH3 MW 72.11 Available on enquiry

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Butanone (methyl ethyl ketone) is a volatile four-carbon dialkyl ketone and polar aprotic solvent. It is used as a solvent in paints, coatings, adhesives and inks, and in chemical synthesis. CAS 78-93-3, formula C2H5COCH3, molecular weight 72.11. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Butanone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90038778
CAS Number: 78-93-3
Molecular Formula: C2H5COCH3
Molecular Weight: 72.11
SMILES: CCC(=O)C

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Frequently asked questions

What is Butanone (methyl ethyl ketone) used for?

Butanone (CAS 78-93-3) is a volatile, polar aprotic organic solvent used in paints, coatings, adhesives and chemical synthesis. It is listed under Solvents, Building Blocks, Organics and Aroma Chemicals.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butanone?

Butanone has the molecular formula C2H5COCH3 (C4H8O) and a molecular weight of 72.11 g/mol.

How should Butanone be stored?

Store Butanone at ambient temperature. It is a highly flammable liquid, so keep it away from ignition sources.

What are the hazards of Butanone?

Butanone carries the signal word Danger with hazard statements H225 (highly flammable liquid and vapour), H303 (may be harmful if swallowed), H319 (causes serious eye irritation), H336 (may cause drowsiness or dizziness) and EUH066 (repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking).

Can Molekula supply Butanone in bulk?

Yes. Molekula supplies Butanone in quantities from research scale to bulk.

What documentation comes with a Butanone order?

Each order comes with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.