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Methyl ethyl ketone (DG)
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), or butanone, is a highly volatile, colourless industrial solvent used primarily for thinning paints, cleaning surfaces, and manufacturing coatings, adhesives, and inks. It effectively dissolves resins, oils, and plastics.(2-Butanone)CH3COCH2CH3F.W. 72.11CAS #78-93-3
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), or butanone, is a highly volatile, colourless industrial solvent used primarily for thinning paints, cleaning surfaces, and manufacturing coatings, adhesives, and inks. It effectively dissolves resins, oils, and plastics.
(2-Butanone)
CH3COCH2CH3
F.W. 72.11
CAS #78-93-3
| Assay | >98% |
| Specific Gravity (H2O=1) | 0.799-0.802 |
| Acidity (as CH3COOH) | 0.003% |
| Water | 0.2% |
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Ordering schedule: , April, August, November.
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Updated: 04-06-2026
* Ordering Schedule
This item is available for back-order where 0 stock is listed. Ordering schedule: , April, August, November.
We order from this manufacturer at the beginning of these months for delivery to our warehouse after 6-8 weeks.
