ACETONE- ▸ Solvent: dissolves fats, oils, waxes, resins, rubber, plastics, lacquers and varnishes
- ▸ Chemical intermediate: feedstock for methacrylates, methyl isobutyl ketone and mesityl oxide
- ▸ Cleaning & degreasing: low-residue solvent for gums, dyes and cellulosics
- ▸ Process solvent: coatings, plastics, pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Acetone is the simplest ketone and a fast-evaporating oxygenated solvent for fats, oils, waxes, resins, rubber, plastics, lacquers and varnishes. A large share of supply is consumed as a chemical intermediate, including the production of methacrylates, methyl isobutyl ketone and mesityl oxide. It also works as a cleaning and degreasing solvent for gums, dyes and cellulosics and as a process solvent in coatings, plastics, pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is acetone used for?
Acetone (propanone, CAS 67-64-1) is a fast-evaporating oxygenated solvent widely used to dissolve resins, coatings, adhesives, fats, and plastics, and as a cleaning and degreasing solvent. It is also a chemical intermediate in producing materials such as methyl methacrylate and bisphenol A. RawSource supplies it in bulk for industrial use.
Is acetone basically alcohol?
No. Acetone is a ketone (propanone, C3H6O) with a carbonyl group, not an alcohol; alcohols carry a hydroxyl (-OH) group. The two are different functional classes despite both being polar solvents that mix with water.
What is the chemical formula and identity of acetone?
Acetone is propanone, formula C3H6O, CAS 67-64-1, the simplest ketone. Lot identity and assay are confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis supplied with each order.
How is bulk acetone shipped and classified for transport?
Acetone ships under UN 1090 as a flammable liquid; the assigned packing group and handling requirements are detailed on the SDS. It is offered in drums, IBCs/totes, and bulk. Confirm transport details on the SDS for your shipment.
What is the cost of bulk acetone?
Pricing depends on volume, packaging, and destination. RawSource quotes acetone per order for drum, tote, or bulk quantities; submit your volume and destination for a current bulk quote. CoA and SDS accompany shipment.