Ethyl Methyl ketone (Butan-2-one) Purified

Ethyl Methyl Ketone, also known as Butan-2-one or Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), is a colorless, volatile liquid with a sharp, sweet odor. It has the chemical formula C4H8O and is a key industrial solvent widely used due to its excellent solvency and evaporation characteristics.

Key Properties:

Chemical formula: C4H8O

Molecular weight: 72.11 g/mol

Boiling point: About 79.6°C

Appearance: Colorless liquid with a sweet, sharp odor

Solubility: Miscible with most organic solvents; moderately soluble in water

Purity: Purified grades ensure minimal impurities for consistent performance

Uses:

Solvent for paints, coatings, adhesives, and inks

Used in plastics and synthetic rubber manufacturing

Degreasing agent for metals in industrial cleaning

Intermediate in chemical synthesis, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

Utilized in the production of textiles and leather products

Component in cleaning agents and nail polish removers

Plays a role as an extraction solvent and in azeotropic distillation processes

Benefits:

Strong solvency coupled with relatively low toxicity compared to similar solvents

Higher boiling point than acetone, offering longer working time

Facilitates efficient evaporation and drying in coatings and adhesives

Compatible with a wide variety of resins and polymers

This detailed description is suitable for industrial chemical catalogs, safety data sheets, and supplier product information targeting chemical manufacturers, industrial users, and research labs requiring purified methyl ethyl ketone.​