Acetone, Optima™, for HPLC and GC, Fisher Chemical™

High purity and versatile solvent suitable for HPLC, spectrophotometry, and pesticide residue analysis

• Screened for fluorescing contaminants, and UV-absorbing contaminants in the 300-400nm range, to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
• Tested to ensure minimum halogenated residue levels (≤10 ng/L) to demonstrate suitability for pesticide analysis
• Also meets ACS specifications
• Intended for research use only

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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

Absorbance

1.00 AU max. 330nm, 0.06 AU max. at 340nm, 0.010 AU max. 350nm, 0.01 AU max. (350 to 400nm)

Color

Colorless

Decomposition Information

>4°C

Density

0.790g/cm³

Boiling Point

56°C

Quantity

4 L

Flash Point

-20°C (-4°C)

Identification

Pass Test

Packaging

Safe-Cote™ Amber Glass 

Physical Form

Liquid

Refractive Index

1.3555 to 1.3580 (at 25°C)

Assay Percent Range

99.9% min by GC

Residue after Evaporation

1ppm max.

Titratable Acid

0.0003mEq/g max.

Titratable Base

0.0006mEq/g max.

Linear Formula

CH₃COCH₃

Vapor Pressure

247mbar at 20°C

Viscosity

0.32 mPa/s at 20°C

UN Number

1090; Colorless

Water

0.5% max.

Formula Weight

58.08

Percent Purity

≥99.5%

Grade

High purity mobile phase for HPLC and/or extraction solvent for GC applications

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