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VWR Methyl ethyl ketone ≥99%, GPR RECTAPUR®
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Specifications:
| Application | Organic Synthesis | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Liquid |
| Product Brand | VWR | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | C₂H₅COCH₃ |
High-Purity Solvent | Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) ≥99%
VWR Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), supplied under the GPR RECTAPUR® grade, is a high-purity solvent widely used in analytical laboratories, coatings and polymer chemistry, and industrial manufacturing. With a minimum purity of ≥99%, MEK offers excellent solvency, low water content, and fast evaporation, making it ideal for sample preparation, cleaning, and formulation of adhesives, coatings, and inks.
Product Attributes
- Minimum purity ≥99% for general laboratory and industrial applications
- Conforms to GPR RECTAPUR® solvent-grade specifications
- Low-boiling, fast-evaporating solvent for rapid drying applications
- Compatible with a broad range of polymers, resins, and extraction systems
- Supplied in plastic bottles and metal drums with excellent chemical resistance
Chemical and Physical Properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 78-93-3 |
| Chemical Formula | C₂H₅COCH₃ (Butan-2-one) |
| Molecular Weight | 72.11 g/mol |
| MDL Number | MFCD00011648 |
| Merck Index Number | 13,06097 |
| Boiling Point | 79.6 °C (1013 hPa) |
| Melting Point | –86 °C |
| Density | 0.8054 g/cm³ (at 20 °C) |
| Flash Point | –4 °C (DIN 51755 Part 1) |
| EINECS Number | 201-159-0 |
| UN Number | 1193 |
| ADR Classification | Class 3, Packing Group II |
| Hazard Classification | GHS02, GHS07 |
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| REACH Registration | 01-2119457290-43 |
Available Pack Sizes
| Catalog Number | Pack Type | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| 25641.297 | Plastic bottle | 1 L |
| 25641.322 | Plastic bottle | 2.5 L |
| 25641.366 | Plastic bottle | 5 L |
| 25641.468 | Metal drum | 25 L |
Applications
- Solvent in adhesive, resin, and ink formulation
- Degreasing and cleaning agent in industrial labs
- Sample preparation and solvent extraction in analytical chemistry
- Polymer processing and surface coating
- Paints, lacquers, and quick-drying finishes
VWR® Methyl Ethyl Ketone ≥99%, GPR RECTAPUR® is a trusted, high-quality solvent with rapid evaporation and broad compatibility, making it an essential chemical for laboratories and industrial production lines requiring a dependable, high-purity ketone solvent.
- Pack Size: 1L 2.5L 5L