Acetone, also known as 2-Propanone and Dimethyl Ketone, is the simplest ketone and a colorless, volatile, flammable organic liquid. It has a low boiling point and characteristic odor. Acetone has good solvent properties for many fats, ethers, resins and organic substances. It is an important intermediate for chemical synthesis and has numerous applications in coatings, adhesives, cleaning, personal care, and pharmaceuticals.
Characteristics
- Colorless
- Characteristic odor
- Strong solvency
- Low boiling point
- Fast evaporation rate
- Flammable
- VOC exempt status
Grades
- Industrial
- ACS
- USP
- NF grade
Products available
- Acetone industrial grade
- Acetone ACS USP NF grade
- Custom blends and dilutions
Sizes available
- Barge
- Bulk rail car
- Bulk tank truck
- Totes (IBC)
- Drums
- Pails
- Cases
Applications
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Chemical manufacturing |
Synthesis of compounds, especially methyl methyacrylate, bisphenol A, and ketones |
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Coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers |
Architectural coatings, roof coatings, varnishes, adhesives, epoxies, super glue, printing inks |
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Household and industrial cleaning |
Cleaner, degreaser |
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Pharmaceuticals |
Excipient, processing solvent, denaturant |
Univar Solutions is the premier acetone distributor
- Vast network of 120+ wholly-owned facilities with bulk tank, rail car, blending and packaging infrastructure
- Efficient private fleet with dedicated drivers servicing local regions
- Partnership with world-class suppliers offering various manufacturing sites and production processes
- Experienced sales force with broad product and market knowledge
- Custom and specialty blending and lab services
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