Quick Answer: The Acetone Scientific Reagent is propanone (C3H6O), a fast-evaporating, flammable organic solvent used under supervision for cleaning and rinsing glassware, solvent demonstrations and extraction-support work.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Formula C3H6O / CH3COCH3, CAS 67-64-1
Molecular weight about 58.08 g/mol
Also called propanone, 2-propanone or dimethyl ketone
Evaporates quickly, useful for solvent-behaviour demonstrations
Vapour ignites easily, so ignition sources are kept away
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Chemical name
Acetone / propanone
Formula
C3H6O / CH3COCH3
CAS number
67-64-1
Molecular weight
About 58.08 g/mol
About This Product
Acetone is used to rinse compatible glassware, to remove residues and to demonstrate evaporation, miscibility and solvent selection. It is handled in a well-ventilated area or fume hood, with goggles and gloves, and only the required quantity is poured into clean, compatible glassware. Flames, sparks, hot plates and oxidising chemicals are kept away, and the container stays tightly closed between uses. The Acetone Scientific Reagent is available for supply within India and for export to Solomon Islands, Latvia, Slovenia, Tanzania, Côte d'Ivoire and Panama.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Why is acetone kept away from flames and hot plates? Its vapour can ignite easily near flames, sparks or hot surfaces, so it is used with ignition sources removed and the container kept closed.
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