In cosmetics, the most common use of acetone is in nail polish remover. Acetone is a colorless, flammable liquid that evaporates easily. It is an organic compound because carbon atoms are present in acetone's chemical formula, which is (CH3)2O
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Product Name |
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Acetone |
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CAS number |
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67-64-1 |
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UN number |
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1090 |
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Formula |
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CH3COCH3 |
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Odour |
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SWEETISH |
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Solubility in water |
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COMPLETE |
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Density |
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0.797 at 15 oC |
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Boiling point |
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56 oC |
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Melting point |
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-95oC |
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Viscosity |
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0.337 cp at 15 oC |
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Flashpoint |
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-9.4 oC |
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Explosive limits |
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2.5- 12.8 Vol% |
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Vapour pressure |
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233 mbar at 20 oC |
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Skin absorption/irritation |
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YES |
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TLV Country NL Year 1995 |
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750 ppm 1780 mg/m3 |
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Pollution category 1994 |
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III
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