Watery colorless liquid with a pleasant, fruity odor. Floats on water. Produces irritating vapor. (USCG, 1999)
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC6H12O2
Density:0.87g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:
Solubility:
Insoluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents such as ethanol and ether.
Molecular Weight:116.16g/mol
Flash Point:17℃
Melting Point:
Uses
Mainly used as a solvent and diluent for paints, a solvent for various vegetable oils and resins. Also used in the manufacture of plastics and fragrances, and as a gasoline antiknock agent.Used as a solvent and chemical reagent.
Safety, Security & Risk
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and strong bases.Poses fire and explosion hazards.