Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK/Butanone)

MEK is a clear colorless volatile liquid with a pleasant pungent odor (Other Names MEK, Butanone, 2-butanone, Methyl acetone). HS code for MEK is 29141200. The Molecular Formula for Ethyl Methyl Ketone is C4H80. Widely used in applications of coating, adhesives, PU coating, MEKO, printing inks, washing solvent, artificial leather, pesticide intermediate.

Features of Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)

MEK is precursor chemicals in Category III. The specification of acidity is less than or equal to 0.003, color is less than or equal to 10, density is 0.804-0.806, distillation range 78.5-81.0, the non-volatile matter is less than or equal to 5, moisture is less than or equal to 0.05, purity is greater than or equal to 99.7.

Storage and Delivery of Methyl Ethyl Ketone for Sale

Methyl Ethyl Ketone qt is available in the drum, iso tank, and bulk. It can be rationed to fill the drum. Normally the container loaded for 20GP is 13.2 tons, 40GP is 23.1 tons.

FAQs of Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) Production

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Is Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) a solvent?

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Yes. Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) solvent is used as a solvent of cellulose acetate, acrylic resin, alkyd resin, paint, ink, etc.

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What is the common name of butanone?

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The common name of 2-butanone is un1193 methyl ethyl ketone (MEK).

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What is methyl ethyl ketone used for?

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Regarding the methyl propanone uses, MEK is used in surface coatings, adhesives, printing inks, chemical intermediates, tapes, and lubricant dewaxing agents. MEK is also used as an extraction medium for fats, oils, waxes, and resins. It can be used as an efficient general-purpose solvent for surface coating.

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How dangerous is MEK?

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It is a dangerous chemical, and direct contact can cause certain harm to the human body, such as coughing, dizziness, headache, nausea, blurred vision, and may cause people to pass out.

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Will MEK remove paint?

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MEK can remove paint, and it evaporates very fast and will not cause rust.

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