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

Description

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

Specifications

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: 1 L
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Wide Neck Amber Bottle
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Refractive Index: 1.3555 to 1.3580 (at 25°C)
• Residue after Evaporation: 1ppm max.
• Assay Percent Range: 99.9% min by GC
• 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
• 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

Safety and Handling

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

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