About this product
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK, ≥99.5%) — a fast-evaporating ketone solvent with strong dissolving power, supplied in barrels and IBCs. The workhorse solvent for PU and nitrocellulose coatings, adhesives, printing inks, and synthetic leather (PU) production.
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) at a glance
- MEK full form
- Methyl Ethyl Ketone
- Also known as
- Butanone · 2-Butanone
- CAS number
- 78-93-3
- Formula
- C4H8O
- HSN code
- 2914.12.00
- UN number
- UN 1193
CAS number and formula checked against PubChem on 3 October 2026. Full grade and property values are in the specifications below. More lookups: chemical abbreviations list · CAS number reference.
Applications & Uses
Safety & Technical Documents
MSDS / SDS
Technical data sheet (TDS) & Certificate of Analysis
Batch Certificate of Analysis (CoA) · supplied with every delivery
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Product DataGrades & Technical Specifications
Grades & Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
- Appearance
- Clear colourless liquid with acetone-like odour
- Purity
- ≥ 99.5%
- Assay
- 99.5% min (GC)
- Density
- 0.805 g/cm³ at 20°C
- Flash Point
- -9°C (closed cup)
- Boiling Point
- 79.6°C
- Melting Point
- -86°C
- Solubility
- Soluble in water (~27 g/100 mL at 20°C); miscible with most organic solvents
- Refractive Index
- 1.3788 at 20°C
Supply & Packaging
- Packaging
- 200L MS barrel1000L IBC tank
- Grades Available
- IndustrialTechnical
- Origin
- Imported
Compliance & Storage
- HS Code
- 2914.12.00
- UN Number
- 1193
- Hazard Class
- Class 3 — Flammable liquid (Packing Group II)
- Storage
- Cool, well-ventilated area, away from oxidisers and ignition. Keep tightly closed.
- Shelf Life
- 24 months from manufacture
These specs are indicative. Request a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for batch-specific values.
Source Manufacturers
Sourced directly from verified manufacturers for consistent quality and traceability.
Supplied across South IndiaCoimbatoreMaduraiHosurBangaloreHyderabadVisakhapatnamKochi
Buying in bulk in Chennai? See our MEK Supplier in Chennai page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of MEK in chemicals?
MEK stands for Methyl Ethyl Ketone, also known as Butanone, 2-Butanone. Its CAS number is 78-93-3. Supreme Petro Chemicals supplies Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) to manufacturers from Chennai.
Are you a methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) manufacturer in India?
No — we are chemical traders and distributors, not manufacturers. We stock MEK produced by Cetex Petrochemicals Limited of Manali, Chennai — the sole MEK manufacturer in South East Asia — and dispatch it from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse across South India.
What is the CAS number and HSN code for methyl ethyl ketone?
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) is CAS 78-93-3. Its HSN code is 2914 12 00.
Is MEK the same as 2-butanone?
Yes. MEK, 2-butanone, and butanone are all names for the same solvent — CAS 78-93-3. MEK is the industry short form of Methyl Ethyl Ketone.
What is methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) used for?
MEK is a fast-evaporating ketone solvent with strong dissolving power. Buyers use it in PU and nitrocellulose coatings, adhesives and sealants, printing inks, synthetic leather (PU) production, magnetic tape coating, and degreasing.
What grade and purity of MEK do you supply?
We supply technical/industrial grade MEK with a minimum purity of 99.70% by GC, per the manufacturer's published specification. Key figures: density 0.804-0.806 g/ml at 20 C, boiling range IBP 79.0 C min to FBP 80.5 C max, flash point -9 C (closed cup). The full spec table and TDS download are on this page.
How do I buy MEK solvent in Chennai, and what packaging do you offer?
We stock MEK in 200L MS barrels and 1000L IBC tanks, with bulk road tanker supply available. Order sizes depend on packaging and current stock. Dispatch is from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse across South India — call or WhatsApp +91 86087 80096 for a quote. Note MEK is UN 1193, Class 3 flammable, so it ships and stores accordingly.