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Cepsa Chemicals Pharma Acetone

Cepsa Chemicals Pharma Acetone is a byproduct of phenol production through the cumene route. Cumene is obtained through the catalytic alkylation of benzene with propylene using a solid bed catalyst. This specific acetone variant finds applications within the pharmaceutical industry and carries several labeling claims, including being benzene-free, low water content, kosher, high purity, and halal.

Chemical Name: Acetone

Functions: Solvent

CAS Number: 67-64-1

Labeling Claims: Benzene-free, Halal, High Purity, Kosher, Low Water Content

Synonyms: 2-Propanone, beta-Ketopropane, Dimethylketone, Ketone Propane, Methyl Ketone, Propan-2-one, Propane-2-one, Propanone

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
CAS No.
67-64-1
EC No.
200-662-2

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Applications

Acetone Pharma is used specifically in different applications within the pharmaceutical industry.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water Contentmax. 0.3wt%ASTM D 1364
pH Value (Concentrate (%w/w):50%)5 - 6
Density (at 15ºC)797kg/lASTM D 4052
Refractive Index (at 20ºC)14ASTM D 1218
Benzenemax. 2ppm
Initial Boiling Point55.8ºC
Final Boiling Point56.2ºC
Puritymin. 99.6%
Flash Pointmax. 0ºCASTM D 56 (Closed Cup)
Kinematic Viscosity0.3522cSTASTM D 445
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)max. 20ppmASTM D 1613
Specific Gravity (at 20ª/20ºC)792ASTM D 4052
Specific Gravity (at 20ª/20ºC)788ASTM D 4052
Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate =1)6.06
Auto Ignitiion Temperature465ºC
Color max. 10Pt-Co ASTM D 1209
Melting Point-94.7ºC

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Safety & Health

Safety and Health
  • Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing.
  • Do not breathe vapor or mist.
  • Do not ingest. Avoid release to the environment. 

Storage & Handling

Storage Information
  • Store in accordance with local regulations.
  • Tank material: Stainless steel 316. Carbon steel with coatings.