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Acetone ACS Grade
ACS Grade
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Acetone ACS Grade
- Alliance Code
- acetone-acs-grade
- Grade
- ACS Grade
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- 67-64-1PubChem
- Formula
- C3H6OPubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 58.08PubChem
- Product Type
- pure_substance
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (acetone) | 99.5 % Min | 99.9 % | GC, corrected for water content | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Titrable acid | 0.0003 Max meq/g | 0.00006 meq/g | ASTM D1613 / ACS titration | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Aldehyde (as HCHO) | 0.002% max | 0.0004 % | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Titrable base | 0.0006 Max meq/g | 0.0001 meq/g | ASTM D1614 / ACS titration | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Isopropyl alcohol | 0.05% max | 0.005 % | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Methanol | 0.05% max | 0.004 % | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Substances reducing permanganate (permanganate time test) | Color retains 120 min | 300 | ASTM D1363 | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Residue after evaporation | 10 ppm max | 2 ppm | Gravimetric (evaporation of 100 g, dried 30 min at 105 °C) | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Ultraviolet absorbance (applies to ACS lots designated suitable for ultraviolet spectrophotometry; not tested on general-use ACS lots) | 400 nm 0.01; 350 nm 0.02; 340 nm 0.10; 330 nm 1.00 (max A.U.) | Passes test | UV spectrophotometry, 1 cm cell vs. water | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Water (H2O) | 0.5 Max Wt.% | 0.10 Wt.% | ASTM D1364 (Karl Fischer) | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Identification (infrared absorption) | Conforms to reference spectrum for acetone | Passes test | FT-IR, comparison to reference spectrum | Interpreted |
| residue | 0.001 % max | 0.0002 % | — | Supplier specification |
Specification values are guaranteed limits. Typical values are representative of production lots and are not guaranteed. Lot-specific certificates of analysis ship with every order.
Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade ACS Grade | — | — | current | current |
| Technical Grade | — | — | acetone-technical-grade | View TDS → |
Typical assay shown is the rolling-window mean from the sibling product's most recent lots. Grade selection drives downstream end-use — verify the sibling grade matches your specification before substitution.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear water white liquid | Supplier specification |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | 10 Max | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Odor | Fruity odor | Published reference |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 0.7860 - 0.7890 | Supplier specification |
| Density | 0.791 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | 55.5 - 56.5 °C | Interpreted |
| Melting Point | -137 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Flash Point | 0 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Vapor Pressure | 180 mmHg at 68 °F ; 270 mmHg at 86 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | Solution remains clear for 30 min. | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Refractive Index (nD 20) | 1.3580 - 1.3600 | Interpreted |
Polar solvent — purity vs. intended end-use (electronics, pharma, general industrial) is the dominant grade consideration. See application guidance for grade selection.
Materials of Construction
| Material | Rating | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDPE | Compatible | — | nwsci.com |
Compatibility is drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation for this product; each rating is sourced. Confirm against your specific duty cycle before equipment selection.
Materials Selection Tool
Showing 13 of 13 materials compatible at the selected envelope.
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Fair | 60 | Acceptable for alcohols; poor for ketones. |
EPDM elastomer | Fair | — | Good for alcohols, poor for esters |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Fair | 80 | Swells in acetone and esters; avoid for those. |
FFKM (Kalrez) fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Premium ester / ketone sealing |
PTFE fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Universal solvent compatibility. |
Borosilicate Glass glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Universally inert. |
Glass (borosilicate) glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Inert |
316L Stainless Steel metal | Excellent | 80 | Inert; preferred for high-purity solvent service. |
Aluminium metal | Good | 40 | Acceptable; avoid prolonged wet contact |
Carbon Steel metal | Fair | 50 | Trace moisture causes rust; flash-rust prevention required. |
HDPE thermoplastic | Fair | 40 | Swells with many polar solvents; verify per solvent. |
PP thermoplastic | Good | 50 | Acceptable but watch swelling with esters |
PVC thermoplastic | Fair | 25 | Esters soften PVC; avoid for esters |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN109049 CFR 172.101
- Hazard Class
- 3Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- AcetoneAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H225, H319, H336, EUH066ECHA CLP Annex VI
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P271, P280, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P312, P337+P313, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501ECHA CLP Annex VI
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 1000 ppm TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- 250 ppm TWANIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 2500 ppmNIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Acetone ACS Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Catalog EquivalentsCross-reference vs major chemical suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich
| SKU | Grade | Conc. | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179124 | ACS Reagent | 99.5% | Exact | ACS Reagent ≥99.5% |
Cross-references are informational. Confirm against the manufacturer's current specification before substitution. Competitor trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Application Guidance
Acetone ACS Grade (ACS Grade) is a polar solvent. Grade selection (technical, ACS, electronics, USP) determines acceptable residue and impurity levels for the intended end-use.
- Cleaning and degreasing (technical-grade)
- Coatings, inks, and adhesives formulation
- Reaction solvent for chemical synthesis
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing (USP-grade)
- Electronics-grade cleaning and rinse applications
Flammable. Bond and ground equipment during transfer. Verify grade matches end-use specification before substitution.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Cool, well-ventilated flammable-liquid storage area. Tightly sealed original containers. Segregate from oxidizers and acids. Bond and ground bulk storage.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Handling Precautions
- Use chemical-resistant gloves and splash goggles. Bond and ground during transfer to prevent static accumulation. Eliminate ignition sources within vapor envelope.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Strong oxidizers, strong acids, isocyanates, anhydrides. Hygroscopic — protect from atmospheric moisture for water-sensitive end uses.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Shelf Life
- Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
UN1090, Acetone, 3, PG II
Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-06-18 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
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| 1.3 | 2026-08-05 | Canonical data updated: 4 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.2 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-06-18 | Canonical data re-verified: 3 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
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| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.