Methyl Ethyl Ketone-C4H8O
Name: Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Formula: C4H8O
Chemical Safety: Flammable, Irritant
Molar Mass: 72.11 g/mol
Flash Point: -10°C
Lower Explosive Limit(LEL): 1.5%VOL
Upper Explosive Limit(UEL: 13.4%VOL
TWA: 200ppm
STEL: 300ppm
General Description: Colorless fairly volatile liquid with a pleasant pungent odor. Flash point 20°F. Vapors heavier than air. Does not react with water or many common materials. Stable in normal transportation. Irritates the nose, eyes, and throat. Combustion may produce toxic materials. Density 6.7 lb / gal. Used as a solvent, for making other chemicals, and for production of wax from petroleum.