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Methyl n-Amyl Ketone (MNAK) Technical Grade
Reagent
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Methyl n-Amyl Ketone (MNAK) Technical Grade
- Alliance Code
- methyl-n-amyl-ketone-mnak
- Grade
- Reagent
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- 110-43-0PubChem
- Formula
- C7H14OPubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 114.19PubChem
- Product Type
- pure_substance
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (Methyl Amyl Ketone) | 99.00 MIN % | 99.7 % | Gas chromatography (Eastman TCMD-A-AN-G-GC-165) | Supplier specification |
| Acid as Acetic | 0.0200 MAX % | 0.0030 % | Volumetric titration (Eastman TCMD-A-AN-G-VA-12) | Supplier specification |
| Acidity, as acetic acid | max 0.02 weight % | 0.003 weight % | ASTM D1613 | Supplier specification |
| Dry point | max 153.5 °C | 151.8 °C | ASTM D1078 | Supplier specification |
| Other Ketones | 0.50 MAX % | 0.12 % | Gas chromatography (Eastman TCMD-A-AN-G-GC-165) | Supplier specification |
| Water | 0.05 % max | 0.03 % | Karl Fischer (Eastman TCMD-A-AN-G-VA-336) | Supplier specification |
| Nonvolatile Matter | 5 MAX mg/100 mL | 0.7 mg/100 mL | ASTM D1353 | Interpreted |
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 Reagent | — | — | current | current |
| ACS Grade | — | — | methyl-n-amyl-ketone-mnak-acs-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
One or more physical-property values are temporarily suppressed pending verification against vendor COA data. For complete properties refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or contact sales@alliancechemical.com.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear and Free of Suspended Matter | Supplier specification |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | 10 max. | Supplier specification |
| Odor | Characteristic | Interpreted |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 0.815 - 0.818 | Supplier specification |
| Density | 0.82 (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | min 147 °C | Supplier specification |
| Melting Point | -31 °F (USCG, 1999) | Published reference |
| Flash Point | 102 °F (USCG, 1999) | Published reference |
| Vapor Pressure | 3 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) | Published reference |
| Refractive Index (nD 20) | 1.406 - 1.409 | Supplier specification |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN111049 CFR 172.101
- Hazard Class
- 3Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- n-Amyl methyl ketoneAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- WarningAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H226, H302, H332, H336Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P312, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P312, P313, P330, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- —no canonical
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- —no canonical
- NIOSH IDLH
- —no canonical
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 Methyl n-Amyl Ketone (MNAK) Technical Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Applications
- Solvent for automotive OEM and refinish coatings, general industrial coatings, paints and coatings, and process solvent applications; also an intermediate for herbicidesproductcatalog.eastman.com
- Solvent for cellulosic lacquers, acrylic lacquers, and high-solids coatingsproductcatalog.eastman.com
- Polymerization solvent for high solids acrylic resinsproductcatalog.eastman.com
- Inert ingredient permitted under FIFRA in nonfood-use pesticide products, and in food-use pesticide products with limitationsproductcatalog.eastman.com
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- 25 to 40°C (Room Temperature)srlchem.com
- Handling Precautions
- Use standard chemical PPE — splash goggles, gloves, lab coat. Refer to SDS for hazard-specific PPE requirements.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Consult the SDS for material-specific incompatibilities.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)
UN1110, n-Amyl methyl ketone, 3, PG III
Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 | 2026-08-05 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.3 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 7 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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| 1.2 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data updated: 3 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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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.