Methyl ethyl ketone
CAS No 78-93-3
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), also known as 2-butanone, is a clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic odour. It is classified as a flammable liquid (UN1193, danger class 3) and is widely used as an industrial solvent. OQEMA supplies MEK in various packaging to industrial customers.
- Category
- Solvents
- Sub-category
- Ketones & Aldehydes
- Formula
- C4H8O
- CAS Number
- 78-93-3
- EINECS
- 201-159-0
Applications
- Solvent for paints, varnishes and coatings
- Adhesive and printing ink formulations
- Degreasing and industrial cleaning agent
- Solvent in resin and plastics processing
- Intermediate in industrial chemical synthesis
FAQ
Q: What is methyl ethyl ketone used for?
A: MEK is used mainly as an industrial solvent for paints, coatings, adhesives and cleaning formulations.
Q: How is MEK packaged?
A: MEK is available in various packaging, from cans to road tankers.
Q: Is MEK flammable?
A: Yes, methyl ethyl ketone is classified as a flammable liquid (UN1193, danger class 3).
Available materials
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Methyl ethyl ketone tank truck DD | Road Tanker | 0 KG |
| Methyl ethyl ketone IBC 1000l | IBC | 775 KG |
| Methyl ethyl ketone can 30l | Can | 22.5 KG |
| Methyl ethyl ketone can 5l | Can | 4 KG |
| Methyl ethyl ketone barrel | Drum | 150 KG |
| Methyl ethyl ketone barrel | Drum | 150 KG |
| Methyl ethyl ketone tank wagon DD | Tank Wagon | 0 KG |
Transport classification (ADR)
- UN number
- UN1193
- Class of Danger
- 3
Transport classification is given for guidance only. Always refer to the safety data sheet for the authoritative classification.