Acetone, Fisher Chemical™

Suitable for histology-related applications.

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Chemical Identifiers

CAS

67-64-1

Molecular Formula

C3H6O

Molecular Weight (g/mol)

58.08

MDL Number

MFCD00008765

InChI Key

CSCPPACGZOOCGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Synonym

acetone, 2-propanone, propanone, dimethyl ketone, methyl ketone, dimethylformaldehyde, pyroacetic ether, beta-ketopropane, dimethylketal, chevron acetone

PubChem CID

180

ChEBI

CHEBI:15347

IUPAC Name

propan-2-one

SMILES

CC(C)=O

pH

7

Melting Point

-95°C

Color

Colorless

Decomposition Information

>4°C

Density

0.790g/cm³

Boiling Point

56°C

Quantity

20 L

Packaging

Steel Pail

Physical Form

Liquid

Assay Percent Range

Assay: ≥99.5%

Linear Formula

CH₃COCH₃

Vapor Pressure

247mbar at 20°C

Viscosity

0.32 mPa/s at 20°C

Formula Weight

58.08

Grade

Laboratory

Chemical Name or Material

Acetone

Hazard Statement

DANGER!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview
Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:3
Instability:0

DOTInformation

DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

SDS

Hazard Statement

DANGER!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview
Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:3
Instability:0

DOTInformation

DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

SDS