1430101

2-Butanone

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

• Synonyme(s) : MEK, Méthyl éthyl cétone, Méthyléthylcétone
• Formule linéaire : C₂H₅COCH₃
• Numéro CAS: 78-93-3
• Poids moléculaire : 72.11
• UNSPSC Code: 41116107
• NACRES: NA.24
• PubChem Substance ID: 329750439
• MDL number: MFCD00011648
• Beilstein/REAXYS Number: 741880
• eCl@ss: 39021202

Propriétés

• grade: pharmaceutical primary standard
• agency: USP
• vapor density: 2.49 (vs air)
• vapor pressure: 71 mmHg ( 20 °C)
• form: liquid
• autoignition temp.: 960 °F
• expl. lim.: 10.1 %
• manufacturer/tradename: USP
• refractive index: n20/D 1.379 (lit.)
• bp: 80 °C (lit.)
• mp: −87 °C (lit.)
• density: 0.805 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): USP Biologics; pharmaceutical (small molecule); pharmaceutical
• format: neat
• SMILES string: CC(CC)=O
• InChI: 1S/C4H8O/c1-3-4(2)5/h3H2,1-2H3
• InChI key: ZWEHNKRNPOVVGH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

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Methyl ethyl ketone is a solvent used in biologic and pharmaceutical applications. Its role is particularly crucial in the extraction and purification of biologic compounds, as well as in formulations where its quick evaporation properties help ensure product stability. MEK is valuable in the preparation of drug delivery systems, contributing to the efficient dissolution of active pharmaceutical ingredients.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Methyl ethyl ketone USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monograph such as Ethyl Acetate

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.

This product is part of USP Biologics Program.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Informations sur la sécurité

• Pictogrammes: GHS02,GHS07
• Mot-clé: Danger
• Codes de danger: H225,H319,H336
• Mentions de précaution: P210 - P233 - P240 - P241 - P242 - P305 + P351 + P338
• Hazard Classifications: Eye Irrit. 2 - Flam. Liq. 2 - STOT SE 3
• Organes cibles: Central nervous system
• supp_hazards: EUH066
• Classe de stockage: 3 - Flammable liquids
• Que se passe-t-il ?: WGK 1
• Point d'éclair (°F): 30.2 °F - closed cup
• Point d'éclair (°C): -1 °C - closed cup