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Acetone
EC / List no.: 200-662-2
CAS no.: 67-64-1
Mol. formula: C3H6O
Danger! According to the harmonised classification and labelling (CLP00) approved by the European Union, this substance is a highly flammable liquid and vapour, causes serious eye irritation and may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
This substance is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 1 000 000 to < 10 000 000 tonnes per annum.
This substance is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
This substance is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Consumer Uses
This substance is used in the following products:
coating products,
anti-freeze products,
lubricants and greases,
adhesives and sealants,
non-metal-surface treatment products,
fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay,
washing & cleaning products,
polishes and waxes and
air care products.
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from:
outdoor use and
indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).
Article service life
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from:
indoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. flooring, furniture, toys, construction materials, curtains, foot-wear, leather products, paper and cardboard products, electronic equipment),
outdoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. metal, wooden and plastic construction and building materials) and
outdoor use in long-life materials with high release rate (e.g. tyres, treated wooden products, treated textile and fabric, brake pads in trucks or cars, sanding of buildings (bridges, facades) or vehicles (ships)).
This substance can be found in complex articles, with no release intended:
vehicles and
machinery, mechanical appliances and electrical/electronic products (e.g. computers, cameras, lamps, refrigerators, washing machines).
This substance can be found in products with material based on:
plastic (e.g. food packaging and storage, toys, mobile phones),
fabrics, textiles and apparel (e.g. clothing, mattress, curtains or carpets, textile toys),
rubber (e.g. tyres, shoes, toys) and
plastic used for furniture & furnishings, including furniture coverings.
Widespread uses by professional workers
This substance is used in the following products:
biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products),
coating products,
washing & cleaning products,
polymers and
laboratory chemicals.
This substance is used in the following areas:
mining,
scientific research and development and
agriculture, forestry and fishing.
This substance is used for the manufacture of:
chemicals,
plastic products,
pulp, paper and paper products,
machinery and vehicles,
wood and wood products,
fabricated metal products,
electrical, electronic and optical equipment and
furniture.
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from:
outdoor use and
indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).
Formulation or re-packing
This substance is used in the following products:
adhesives and sealants,
laboratory chemicals,
biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products),
coating products,
fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay,
lubricants and greases,
plant protection products,
pharmaceuticals,
polishes and waxes,
washing & cleaning products and
cosmetics and personal care products.
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use:
formulation of mixtures,
manufacturing of the substance,
in processing aids at industrial sites and
as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates).
Uses at industrial sites
This substance is used in the following products:
washing & cleaning products,
laboratory chemicals,
photo-chemicals,
cosmetics and personal care products,
pharmaceuticals,
biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products) and
coating products.
This substance is used in the following areas:
mining.
This substance is used for the manufacture of:
chemicals,
machinery and vehicles,
electrical, electronic and optical equipment,
pulp, paper and paper products,
furniture and
plastic products.
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use:
in processing aids at industrial sites,
as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates),
as processing aid and
in the production of articles.
Manufacture
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use:
manufacturing of the substance.
The InfoCard summarises the non-confidential data on substances as held in the databases of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), including data provided by third parties. The InfoCard is automatically generated. Information requirements under different legislative frameworks may therefore not be up–to–date or complete. Substance manufacturers and importers are responsible for consulting official publications. This InfoCard is covered by the ECHA Legal Disclaimer.
about INFOCARD - Last updated: 25/03/2023