Cat Number: CHE78933

Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

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CAS Number

78-93-3

Synonyms

2-Butanone
Ethyl methyl ketone
Ethylmethylketone
Methylpropanone
Methylacetone

Description

Nearly half of its use is in paints and other coatings because it will quickly evaporate into the air and it dissolves many substances. It is also used in glues and as a cleaning agent. 2-Butanone occurs as a natural product. It is made by some trees and found in some fruits and vegetables in small amounts. It is also released to the air from car and truck exhausts.

Molecular Weight

72.107

Molecular Formula

C4H8O

EINECS

201-159-0

SMILES

CCC(=O)C

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Boiling Point

79.64 ℃ (175.35 °F; 352.79 K)