Category Archive for : ‘Ketones’

Acetone

Acetone a colorless, volatile, extremely flammable liquid ketone, CH3COCH3, widely used as an organic solvent. Uses include as a solvent for numerous organic substances and as a component of most paint and varnish removers. It is used in the manufacture of synthetic resins and fillers, smokeless powders (e.g., cordite), and numerous other organic compounds. CAS [...]

Cyclohexanone

Cyclohexanone (also known as Oxocyclohexane, pimelic ketone, cyclohexyl ketone, and CYC) is a clear oily liquid that has a colourless to light yellow tinge and a pungent odour. It has the formula C6H10O and is slightly soluble in water and is completely miscible with common solvents. It occurs naturally in crude oils and is also [...]

Di Iso Butyl Ketone

Di Iso Butyl Ketone (also known as DIBK, 2,6-Dimethyl-4-heptanone, Isovalerone, and Isobutyl ketone) is a clear, colourless, stable liquid with a mild, sweet odour reminiscent of peppermint. It is miscible with most organic compounds, is immiscible with water, and has the formula C9H18O. It is a solvent with a high-boiling point and which is also [...]

Methyl Ethyl Ketone

Methyl Ethyl Ketone (also known as MEK, butanone, 2-butanone, butan-2-one, oxobutane, or methyl acetone) is a clear volatile liquid that is soluble in water and has a mild, acetone odour. It has the formula C4H8O. Methyl ethyl ketone does occur naturally as it is biosynthesized by some trees and is also found in small amounts [...]

Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone

Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone (also known as MIBK, methyl isobutyl ketone, and mono-iso butyl ketone) is a clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic ketone odour. It has the chemical formula C6H12 and is slightly soluble in water and is miscible with most organic solvents. Substance name:methyl isobutyl ketone Trade name:Methyl Isobutyl Ketone EC no:203-550-1 CAS [...]