Methyl Isobutyl Ketone
MIBK (Methylisobutylketone) is a stable, medium evaporating liquid and compatible with many organic materials, which makes it a good industrial solvent.
- Other Names
- Ethyl Methyl Ketone, Methylacetone, Methylpropanone, Butanone
- Chemical Formula
- C4H8O
- CAS No
- 78-93-3
- Molar Mass
- 72.11 g/mol
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, Colourless Liquid |
| Assay | 90 – 99.5 % |
| Specific Gravity At 25 °C | 1.3 |
| Suspended Matter | 1 % |
Applications:
Used as a solvent for nitrocellulose, lacquers, certain polymers and resins.
As a precursor to N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N'-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine (6PPD), an antiozonant used in tires.
It is used in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical industries. As a solvent in paints, lacquers, varnishes and adhesives.
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