Products Description

Product name:2-Pentanone

Synonym:Methyl propyl ketone

CAS:107-87-9

MF:C5H10O

MW:86.13

EINECS:203-528-1

Melting point:-78°C

Boiling point:101-105°C

Packaging:25 L/drum, 200 L/drum, 1000 L/IBC drum

Solubility:Slightly soluble in water, miscible with ethanol and ether.

Specification

Items	Specifications
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Purity(%)	≥99
Color(Co-Pt)	≤20
Acidity(as Acetic acid, %)	≤0.05
Water(%)	≤0.2

Application

2-Pentanone (Methylpropyl ketone) is an organic compound widely used in industry and daily life, and its core applications can be divided into the following categories:
Industrial solvents:
2-Pentanone is the core solvent for nitro spray painting and synthetic resin coatings, which can enhance the fluidity and glossiness of coatings. About 40% of the global production is used in this field. In lubricant production, 2-Pentanone can effectively improve oil performance as a dewaxing agent. ‌
Chemical synthesis:
As an organic synthesis intermediate, 2-Pentanone is involved in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and fragrances, such as for the synthesis of vasodilators. In industrial production, it can derive key chemical raw materials such as acetone and acetaldehyde. ‌
Precision cleaning:
In the field of electronic component cleaning and metal surface degreasing, 2-Pentanone can efficiently remove etching residues and ensure semiconductor manufacturing accuracy.
Flavorants:
GB 2760-1996 specifies that spices are allowed to be used. 2-Pentanone is mainly used to make essence such as banana, pineapple and assorted fruit.