Methyl ethyl ketone is used as a solvent. Acute (short-term) inhalation exposure to methyl ethyl ketone in humans results in irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat. Limited information is available on the chronic (long-term) effects of methyl ethyl ketone in humans.
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Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) (CASRN 78-93-3) (09/26/2003); Health assessment information on a chemical substance is included in IRIS only after a comprehensive review of chronic toxicity data by U.S. EPA health scientists from several Program Offices and the Office of Research and Development.
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Synonyms: 2-Butanone; ethyl methyl ketone; MEK; Methyl acetone ; CAS No.: 78-93-3 ; Molecular Weight: 72.11 ; Chemical Formula: CH3COCH2CH3 ; Product Codes:; J.T. Baker: 5385, 9214, 9319, 9323, 9414, Q531 ; ... Proper Shipping Name: ETHYL METHYL KETONE ; Hazard Class: 3 ; UN/NA: UN1193 ; Packing Group: II ;
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Butanone - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Butanone , better known as methyl ethyl ketone or MEK , is an organic compound with the formula CH 3 C(O)CH 2 CH 3 . This colorless liquid ketone has a sharp, sweet odor reminiscent of butt...
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Methyl ethyl ketone peroxide - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) is an organic peroxide, a high explosive similar to acetone peroxide. MEKP is a colorless, oily liquid whereas acetone peroxide is a white powder at STP; MEKP is s...
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2-Butanone (Methyl Ethyl Ketone); Related Information: Chemical Sampling - 2-Butanone ... synonyms : 2-butanone, methyl ethyl ketone, MEK, ethyl methyl ketone ... 3.2.2. Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), chromatographic grade. 3.2.3. A reagent grade internal standard, such as ethyl benzene. 3.2.4. Desorbing reagent,
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Airborne methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEK peroxide) was first determined by collecting in a midget impinger containing dimethyl phthalate (DMP). (Ref.
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