Sasol Acetone

Acetone of 99.90 % mass purity. Used as a chemical intermediate in Methyl Methacrylate (MMA), Bis-Phenol A (BPA), MIBK, DAA, and MIBC production. Used as a solvent in paints, inks, nail polish removers, acetylene cylinders, adhesives. Also used as a solvent in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, vitamins and cosmetics. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Acetone

CAS Number: 67-64-1

Chemical Family: Ketones

Purity (Assay): 99.5 - 99.5 %

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

  • TypeDocument Name
View All Documents

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
67-64-1
EC No.
200-662-2

Applications & Uses

Markets
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

Industrial use, Intermediate, Paint and Coatings, Personal care, Pesticide, Pharmaceutical, Process/Extraction Solvent, Raw material for chemical processes, Raw material for cosmetic products, Raw material for industry, Raw material for pharmaceuticals, Solvent.

Used as a chemical intermediate in Methyl Methacrylate (MMA), Bis-Phenol A (BPA), MIBK, DAA, and MIBC production. Used as a solvent in paints, inks, nail polish removers, acetylene cylinders, adhesives. Also used as a solvent in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, vitamins and cosmetics.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Characteristic
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Purity (Wet Basis)min. 99.5wt% GC
Specific Gravity at 20/20°Cmin. 0.7910 (max. 0.7930)-ASTM D4052
Permanganate Stability (Mins 25°C)min. 120ASTM D1363
Alkalinity as NH3max. 0.001wt%ASTM D1614
Residue on Evaporationmax. 2mg/100mlASTM D1353
Benzenemax. 10ppm or mg/kgGC
Colormax. 5-
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)max. 0.002mass %ASTM D1613
Distillation Rangemin. 1°CASTM D1078
Watermax. 0.5wt%ASTM D1364

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage And Handling

Safe Handling Advice

  • Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.