Product Name : Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK)
Synonyms : MIBK; Isopropylacetone; 4-Methyl-2-pentanone; 2-methyl-4-pentanone; 4-Methylpentan-2-one; Hexanone; Hexone; Isohexanone; Isopropylacetone;
About the Product : MIBK, an organic compound, is a colourless liquid with an odour similar to that of mothballs. It is usually found in liquid form and can be dissolved in water, alcohol and benzene. It can be found in fruits such as orange, and grapes. MIBK can also be found in vinegar. It is used as a solvent for pharmaceuticals and the chemical industry. It is also used to manufacture products commonly used at home. MIBK is a stable compound. It is a medium-boiling and a medium-evaporating solvent.
MIBK is used as a solvent in factories that produce paints, rubber products, chemicals and machinery. As a solvent, it is used in pesticide application. Pharmaceutical companies that produce prescription drugs also use MIBK. MIBK strengthens and preserves flavors and fragrances. Consumer products containing MIBK include aerosol paints, coatings used in construction, and automobile and machinery paints and primers. MIBK is used in home products like hard surface cleaners, dyes and tints, laundry starches, paints and varnish products. MIBK is also used in insecticides that control garden insects, greases and oil used as lubricants, automotive chemicals, pet flea and tick products, shoe polish, wood office furniture, and clear finishes, undercoats and primers.
Product Identification Features :
CAS Number: 108-10-1
H.S. Code: 2914.13
Chemical formula: (CH3)2CHCH2COCH3
Chemical Properties:
Melting point: -85 C
Boling point: 114 - 117 C
Specific gravity: 0.799 - 0.802
Solubility in water: Soluble
Vapour density:
Production Process : Acetone is used to produce MIBK via a three- step process. Acetone undergoes aldol condensation, producing diacetone alcohol, which dehydrates to give mesityl oxide that is hydrogenated to produce MIBK. These processes are now combined into one.
Uses :
Used to manufacture paints and rubber products
Used to produce prescription drugs.
Used in insecticides and pesticides.
Used to manufacture dyes and tints.
Used to produce surface cleaners.
Used to manufacture varnish products
Used to manufacture chemicals and machinery.
