Description

1-Propanone is a highly volatile organic solvent with the CAS registry number 7334-41-0. Its rapid evaporation rate and excellent solvency power make it a valuable intermediate and processing agent in various industrial syntheses. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors requiring a fast-drying, reactive medium.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the production of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Used in formulations and processes where a highly volatile, fast-evaporating solvent is required for coatings, adhesives, or cleaning applications.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in research and development settings as a solvent for reactions, extractions, and analytical procedures.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Acts as a process solvent in the synthesis and purification of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Production: Utilized in the formulation of pesticides and herbicides where its properties aid in delivery and efficacy.
• Polymer and Resin Processing: Functions as a solvent or co-solvent in the production and modification of various polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Propanone
CAS No.	7334-41-0
Molecular Formula	C3H6O
Molecular Weight	58.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetone, Dimethyl ketone, 2-Propanone, Propan-2-one, β-Ketopropane, Pyroacetic spirit, Ketone propane, RCRA waste number U002
EINECS	200-662-2

Quality Control

Our 1-Propanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Store separately from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.002%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.789 - 0.791
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.001%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.