Acetone is an organic compound with the formula (CH3)2CO. It is the simplest and smallest ketone. It is a colorless, highly volatile and flammable liquid with a characteristic pungent odor.Acetone is miscible with water and serves as an important organic solvent in industry, home, and laboratory.
- As a gasoline additive in Petroleum industry
- Textile industry
- As a solvent, acetone thins or entirely removes resins, epoxy, and glue from hard or soft surfaces.
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Personal care industry
- Resin and adhesive industry
- Plastic industry
- Paint and ink