Acetone

Description:

Acetone is a colorless, flammable liquid with a sweet odor. It is widely used as a solvent for nail polish remover, paints, grease, plastics, and cleaning lab equipment. In cosmetics, it acts as a denaturant. Acetone is also used in pharmaceutical research and various industrial applications like plastic and fiber production. Handle with care—highly flammable and may irritate skin or eyes

 Uses of Acetone

? As a Solvent:

Used as a nail polish remover

Removes paint and grease

Solvent for rubber, plastic, and fibers

? As a Cleaner:

Cleaning laboratory equipment

Surface cleaning of electronic components

Cleaning nozzles of thermoplastic printers

? In Cosmetics and Beauty Products:

Primary ingredient in nail polish removers

Used as a denaturant in cosmetic products

? In Pharmaceuticals and Research:

Intermediate substance in chemical reactions

Solvent in organic analysis

? In Industry:

Paint thinner in furniture and automobile sectors

Production of plastic and synthetic fibers

? How to Use Acetone

⚠️ Warning:

Acetone is highly flammable and may cause irritation to skin and respiratory tract. Always use in a well-ventilated area with protective gloves and goggles.

✅ For Nail Polish Removal:

Soak a cotton ball in acetone

Press it on the nail and wipe after a few seconds

✅ For Cleaning:

Apply acetone to a cloth or tissue and rub on stains

Let it air dry after cleaning

✅ For Lab or Industrial Use:

Use a measured amount of acetone to clean equipment or glassware

⚠️ Precautions

Keep away from fire or heat sources (? highly flammable)

Avoid prolonged skin contact

Inhalation of vapors can be harmful

Keep out of reach of children

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