Hexanone

Description

Common name for methyl n-butyl ketone (2-hexanone) and ethyl propyl ketone (3-hexanone).

Synonyms and Related Terms

methyl n-butyl ketone; ethyl propyl ketone

Hazards and Safety

• Toxic by ingestion and inhalation.
• Strong irritant.
• Flammable. Flash point = 95F (35C)
• ThermoFisher: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Colorless.

Resources and Citations

• Richard S. Lewis, Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, 10th ed., 1993

• Richard C. Wolbers, Nanette T. Sterman, Chris Stavroudis, Notes for Workshop on New Methods in the Cleaning of Paintings, J.Paul Getty Trust, Los Angeles, 1990