Chemical Details
Methyl ethyl ketone
CAS No.: 78-93-3
HS Code: 29141200
Molecular FormulaC4H8O
Molecular WEIGHT72.11 g/mol
IUPAC Namebutan-2-one
InChIKeyZWEHNKRNPOVVGH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
METHYL ETHYL KETONE is a colorless fairly volatile liquid with a pleasant pungent odor. Flash point 20##F. Vapors heavier than air. Does not react with water or many common materials. Stable in normal transportation. Irritates the nose, eyes, and throat. Combustion may produce toxic materials. Density 6.7 lb / gal. Used as a solvent, for making other chemicals, and for production of wax from petroleum.
