Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- Base Chemicals Functions
- CAS No.
- 108-10-1
- EC No.
- 203-550-1
- Technologies
- Product Families
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Applicable Processes
- Base Chemicals End Uses
- Recommended Uses & Known Applications
- Degreasing of metal surfaces
- Nitro-cellulose and other natural and synthetic resins, adhesives, herbicides and plastics
- Extractant for certain metals, antibiotics and dewaxing of mineral oils
- Manufacture of synthetic leather
- Manufacture of aluminum foil
Other common known uses of MIBK are in the following products: coating products, biocides (for example: disinfectants, pest control products), fillers, putties, plasters, modeling clay, anti-freeze products, lubricants and greases, finger paints and washing and cleaning products.
It may also be used in pH regulators, water treatment products, laboratory chemicals. It is widely used in the areas of health services and scientific research and development. It is also used in manufacture of machinery and vehicles.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Characteristic Acetone-like
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acidity (as CH3COOH) | max. 0.01 | mass % | ASTM D1613, DIN 55652 |
| Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (Dry Basis) | min. 99 | mass % | GC |
| Distillation at 101.3 Kpa: Initial Boiling Point | 114.0 | °C | ASTM D1078, ISO 918 |
| Distillation at 101.3 Kpa: Dry Point | 117.0 | °C | ASTM D1078, ISO 918 |
| Residue on Evaporation | 1.6 | mg/100ml | ASTM D1353, ISO 759 |
| Purity (Wet Basis) | 99.0 | wt% | GC |
| Specific Gravity at 20/20°C | min. 0.801 (max. 0.804) | - | ASTM D4052 |
| Color | max. 10 | — | APHA |
| Water Content | max. 0.05 | % mass | RCM 3804 |
| Density at 20°C | 0.798-0.802 | g/ml | GC |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Food Contact Status
Sasol Methyl Isobutyl Ketone is listed under following regulations and sections :
CFR; Title 21 Food and Drugs; Part 175 Indirect food additives: Adhesives and components of coatings
- § 175.105 Adhesives
- § 175.320 Resinous and polymeric coatings for polyolefin films
CFR; Title 21 Food and Drugs; Part 176 Indirect food additives: Paper and paperboard components
- § 176.170 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with aqueous and fatty foods
- § 176.180 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry food
- § 176.200 Defoaming agents used in coatings
CFR; Title 21 Food and Drugs; Part 177 Indirect food additives: Polymers
- § 177.1650 Polysulfide polymerpolyepoxy resins
CFR; Title 21 Food and Drugs; Part 178 Indirect food additives: Adjuvants, production aids, and sanitizers
- § 178.3570 Lubricants with incidental food contact
- § 178.3910 Surface lubricants used in the manufacture of metallic articles
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors.
- Avoid formation of aerosol.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
- Do not allow to enter drains (danger of explosion).
- Use only explosion-proof equipment.
- Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
- Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
- Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Temperature class
- T1
Fire-fighting class
- B: Fires involving liquids or liquid containing substances. Also includes substances which become liquid at elevated temperatures.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Requirements for storage areas and containers
- Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Storage class (TRGS 510)
- 3: Flammable liquids