Aceton, Dimethyl Ketone, Dimetil keton, 2-propanon , beta ketopropan, 67-64-1

Aceton, Dimethyl Ketone, Dimetil keton, 2-propanon , beta ketopropan, 67-64-1

Acetone, with the chemical formula CH₃COCH₃, is a colorless, volatile, and flammable liquid commonly used as a solvent. It is widely found in various industrial and household applications. Here are some key points:

• Chemical Formula: CH₃COCH₃

• Molecular Weight: 58.08 g/mol

• CAS Number: 67-64-1

• Color: Colorless

• Odor: Sweet, pungent

• Melting Point: -94.7°C

• Boiling Point: 56°C

• Solubility: Completely soluble in water

Uses:

• Solvent: Used to dissolve paints, varnishes, inks, and adhesives.

• Nail Polish Remover: Commonly used in households for removing nail polish.

• Cleaning: Used for cleaning electronic devices and removing residues after soldering.

• Chemical Industry: Used as a solvent in various chemical reactions.

• Plastic Processing: Used in the production of plastics, especially acrylic and methacrylate plastics.

Acetone is flammable and should be handled with care. It should be used in well-ventilated areas and kept away from open flames.

Definition and Usage Areas:

The first member of the ketone class is dimethyl ketone. Its closed formula is C3H6O, boiling point is 56 ° C. It combines with water, ethanol and ether in all proportions. It has a sharp odor. It is obtained from the dry distillation of wood: from the heating of calcium acetate; in technique, from the dehydrogenation of isopropanol with copper catalysts at 250 ° C; from the mixture of ethanol and water vapor in the gas phase at 250 ° C with Fe2O3 catalyst. If acetone and sodium nitrosyl prussiate are mixed in a basic environment, a red precipitate occurs, acetone is detected. An important reaction is the formation of iodoform with elemental iodine in a basic environment. It is found in cigarettes.

Areas of Use

It is used as a solvent in the cosmetics sector (nail polish remover).
It is used as a thinner and solvent in the paint sector.
It is used in the production of most chemicals in the industry.
Almost half of the world production of acetone is used as a precursor in the production of methylmethacrylate.
Its second main use in the industry is in the production of bisphenol A, which is the main component of most polymers such as polycarbonate, polyurethane and epoxy resins.
It is used in the production of cleaning materials. It is a very good glass cleaner.