Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) or butanone is a flammable, colorless liquid with a pleasant smell somewhat similar to that of acetone. It is used in many industries due to its fast evaporation and good solubility properties.
Solvent
Paint, Ink & Coatings
Known for use in the preparation of coatings, adhesives, and inks, dissolving resins and polymers in an effective manner.
Used as a solvent and as a raw material for synthesizing other chemicals.
Catalyses many reactions and processes that are involved in the synthesis of several industrial chemicals.
It is used in plastic welding processes to join and bond the various plastic parts.
Melts the surface of the plastics making it possible to bond the two surfaces creating a strong and permanent bond.
Methyl Ethyl Ketone is most commonly stored and transported in steel drums, high density polyethylene (HDPE) containers or bulk tanks to avoid leakage and for safe usage.