2-Hexanone
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2-Hexanone, also known as methyl butyl ketone, MBK, is an organic compound with the molecular formula . It is classified as a ketone. The compound is a colorless, water-like liquid that is used as a general solvent and in paints. It dissolves cellulose nitrate, vinyl polymers and copolymers, and natural and synthetic resins. It is recommended as a solvent because it is photochemically inactive; however it has a very low safe threshold limit value.
2-Hexanone, also known as methyl butyl ketone, MBK, is an organic compound with the molecular formula . It is classified as a ketone. The compound is a colorless, water-like liquid that is used as a general solvent and in paints. It dissolves cellulose nitrate, vinyl polymers and copolymers, and natural and synthetic resins. It is recommended as a solvent because it is photochemically inactive; however it has a very low safe threshold limit value. ==Safety== 2-Hexanone is absorbed through the lungs, orally and dermally and its metabolite, 2,5-hexanedione, is neurotoxic. Animal tests have shown that the neurotoxic effect of 2-hexanone may be potentiated by simultaneous administration of 2-butanone (methyl ethyl ketone, MEK). ==Related compounds== 5-Methyl-2-hexanone
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