• Butanone, also known as methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), It is an organic compound with the formula CH3C(O)CH2CH3. Methyl Ethyl Ketone is a colorless liquid with a fragrant, mint-like odor and a sweet odor reminiscent of acetone.
• Methyl ethyl ketone is used in many industries. It is used as a solvent and in the manufacture of synthetic rubber, paraffin wax, and to make other chemical products.
• It has applications in the surface coating industry such as in paints, plastics, adhesives and printing inks. Other uses include the manufacture of colourless synthetic resins and leather treatment products, rubbers, lacquers, varnishes, glues and sealants.