| Formula / Notation | C3H6O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 67-64-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 58.08 |
| Melting Point | -137 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 133 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.791 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Acetone appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sweetish odor. Flash point 0 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors are heavier than air. Used as a solvent in paint and nail polish removers. |
| Also Known As | propan-2-one; 2-propanone; propanone; 67-64-1; Dimethyl ketone; Pyroacetic ether; Methyl ketone; Dimethylformaldehyde; beta-Ketopropane; Dimethylketal |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Acetone?
Acetone is a methyl ketone that consists of propane bearing an oxo group at C2. It has a role as a polar aprotic solvent, a human metabolite and an EC 3.5.1.4 (amidase) inhibitor. It is a volatile organic compound, a member of propanones, a methyl ketone and a ketone body.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: propan-2-one
Other Names / Synonyms: propan-2-one; 2-propanone; propanone; 67-64-1; Dimethyl ketone; Pyroacetic ether; Methyl ketone; Dimethylformaldehyde; beta-Ketopropane; Dimethylketal
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -137 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 133 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.791 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 58.08 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Acetone appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sweetish odor. Flash point 0 °F. Less dense than water. Vapors are heavier than air. Used as a solvent in paint and nail polish removers. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Acetone is a methyl ketone that consists of propane bearing an oxo group at C2. It has a role as a polar aprotic solvent, a human metabolite and an EC 3.5.1.4 (amidase) inhibitor. It is a volatile organic compound, a member of propanones, a methyl ketone and a ketone body.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Acetone is: C3H6O