Acetone Solvent

Our range of products include 5L Liquid Comm Accetone Solvent and 2.5L Liquid Acetone Solvent.
Acetone is a colorless, flammable, and highly volatile organic compound with a distinct odor:
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Health
Acetone is a byproduct of the body's breakdown of fats, and is also produced in small amounts by plants, trees, volcanoes, and forest fires.
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Safety
Acetone is highly flammable and should not be used near open flames. Exposure to acetone can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Inhaling or ingesting large amounts of acetone can affect the nervous system, causing symptoms such as headache, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and in some cases, unconsciousness.
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Chemical properties
Acetone is a solvent that can dissolve many substances, including fats, oils, waxes, resins, plastics, and varnishes. It's also miscible with water, alcohol, dimethylformamide, chloroform, ether, and most oils.
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Uses
Acetone is used in many industries, including:- Household products: Acetone is a key component of nail polish remover, paint thinners, and other household cleaners.
- Cosmetics: Acetone is used by makeup professionals to remove skin adhesives.
- 3D printing: Acetone vapor is used in conjunction with ABS plastic to polish objects printed on 3D structures.
- Manufacturing: Acetone is used to make plastics, fibers, drugs, and other chemicals.
Acetone is also known by the names dimethyl ketone, 2-propanone, and beta-ketopropane.