Acetone 99.5% (GW)

What is Acetone 99.5%? Acetone 99.5% (CH3)2CO is a colourless, volatile liquid with a sweet, pungent odour. It is a simple organic compound belonging to the ketone family, characterised by a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to two methyl groups (-CH₃). Acetone is miscible with water and a wide range of organic solvents, making it a versatile solvent in laboratory and industrial applications.

Consistent Quality: We carefully source Acetone 99.5% to ensure reliable and consistent performance, ensuring reproducibility.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Our Acetone 99.5% is sourced and packaged using non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers, ensuring reliable quality for our customers.

Glass Winchester Bottle: Available in 500ml, 1L and 2.5L pack sizes. Our Glass Winchester bottles can store chemicals that may be sensitive to light due to filtering potentially harmful UV rays. Bottles are durable, versatile and perfect for storing products in the chemical, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Frequent Uses

Cleaning and Removing Stains

Acetone removes stubborn stains, such as ink, paint, or nail polish, from fabrics, furniture, and carpets, as well as sticky residues from labels or adhesives.

Read our blog on Everything You Need To Know About Acetone

Degreasing and Cleaning Surfaces

It is effective for degreasing kitchen surfaces like countertops and stove tops, dissolving oils and grease, and also cleaning tools and appliances.

Nail Remover

Commonly used to remove nail polish or artificial nails. It works by breaking down the bond between the nail and the polish or artificial material, allowing it to be wiped or scraped away easily.

Read our blog on A Simple Guide for Removing Acrylics

Paint Thinner and Remove

Acetone is used to thin oil-based paints and clean brushes, rollers, and tools after painting, as well as to remove unwanted paint spills and splatters.

General Household Cleaning

Acetone is used for general cleaning tasks, such as removing grease, cleaning glass, and disinfecting surfaces in a well-ventilated area.

Bottle Type: GL45 Amber Glass Winchester

Assay: 99.50%
M.F.: CH36H2O
M.W.: 58.08g/mol
M.P.: -94°C
B.P.: 56°C
R.I.: 1.3588
Colour: <10 Pt-Co
Density: 0.79-0.793 g/ml
Water: <0.3%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid): <20ppm
Residue on evaporation: <15ppm

Cas Number: 67-64-1

Einecs Number: 200-662-2

HS Code / Commodity Code: 2914110000

UN Number: 1090