Methyl Ethyl Ketone – MEK – 5 Gallon Pail

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Methyl Ethyl Ketone – MEK – 5 Gallon Pail

MEK is a solvent often found in adhesives, surface coatings, and printing ink. It appears as a colorless liquid with a slight odor.

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Methyl Ethyl Ketone - MEK - 5 Gallon Pail

MEK, also known as Methyl Ethyl Ketone Solvent, Butanone, 2-butanone, ethyl methyl ketone, 2-oxobutane, 3-butanone, and methyl acetone. MEK is a solvent often found in adhesives, surface coatings, and printing ink. It appears as a colorless liquid with a slight odor.

Benefits:

High solvency.
High boiling point.
Slow evaporation rate.
Low viscosity.

Applications:

On the household level it is used in laquer, varnish, paint remover, denatured alcohol, glues, dry-erase markers, and as a cleaning agent.
Industrially MEK is utilized in the manufacturing of plastic, textiles, and paraffin wax. MEK is also used to extract fats, oils, and resins.
Its effectiveness has made it an extremely popular liquid solvent. MEK is very useful in thinning paints, laquers, and surface coatings.
MEK is especially effective as a cleaning agent because it is stronger than acetone, its boiling point is higher, and its evaporation rate is slower.

Methyl Ethyl Ketone - Additional Information

Weight: 39 lbs
Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 16
Shop Other Sizes: 55 Gallon Drum

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What is the CAS-no. and formula of Methyl Ethyl Ketone?

Methyl Ethyl Ketone has a CAS number of 78-93-3 and the chemical formula C₄H₈O.

What are the synonyms, physical, and chemical properties of Methyl Ethyl Ketone?

A common synonym for Methyl Ethyl Ketone is Butanone. It is a colorless, transparent liquid with an acetone-like odor. MEK has a boiling point around 175°F, a flash point of 21°F, a density of 0.805 g/mL, and a melting point near –120°F. It is highly flammable and evaporates quickly.

What safety precautions should be taken when handling Methyl Ethyl Ketone?

Use MEK only in well-ventilated areas and keep it away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Wear protective gloves, safety eyewear, and suitable protective clothing. Avoid breathing vapors, prevent skin and eye contact, and ensure proper grounding of all containers to prevent static buildup.

What are the appropriate engineering controls for Methyl Ethyl Ketone?

Use general ventilation and local exhaust ventilation when needed to maintain vapor levels below occupational exposure limits. Emergency eyewash stations and safety showers should be accessible wherever MEK is handled.