This 1 liter container holds Acetone, a ketone solvent used primarily for gas chromatographic and residue analysis. It has a Molecular Weight of 58.08 g/mol and is classified under the CAS Number 67-64-1. In the workplace, it requires several precautions such as no open flames, no unauthorized persons, use of safety goggles, and wearing safety gloves. The recommended indicative occupational exposure limit value for the European Union is 8 hours limit value: 1210 mg/m3 (500 ppm), as stated by Directive 2000/39/EC. This substance is highly flammable, posing a significant fire hazard.

• CAS Number: 67-64-1
• Molecular Formula: C3H6O
• Molecular Weight: 58.08
• Exact Mass: 58.041864811
• Boiling Point: 133 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -137 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 2 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]