Acetone is a good solvent for many plastics and some synthetic fibers. It is used for thinning polyester resin, cleaning tools used with it, and dissolving two-part epoxies and superglue before they harden. It is used as one of the volatile components of some paints and varnishes.
- CAS No. : 67-64-1
- Boiling Point : 56.2°C (133.2°F)
- Molecular Weight : 58.08 g/mole
- Color : Colorless. Clear
- Odor Threshold : 62 ppm
- Odor : Fruity. Mint-like. Fragrant. Ethereal
- Taste : Pungent, Sweetish
- Melting Point : -95.35 (-139.6°F)
- Specific Gravity : 0.79 (Water = 1)
