Acetone CAS 67-64-1
Acetone (CAS 67-64-1, formula C3H6O) is an industrial chemical with a molecular weight of about 58.08 g/mol. Its harmonised GHS classification carries the signal word Danger.
Identifiers
- Name
- Acetone
- CAS number
- 67-64-1
- CLP index number
- 606-001-00-8
- EC number
- 200-662-2
- Molecular formula
- C3H6O
- Molecular weight
- 58.08 g/mol
- Also known as
- Propan-2-one, Dimethyl ketone, 2-Propanone, Dimethylketone, DMK
GHS classification
Harmonised classification under the CLP Regulation (Annex VI), index number 606-001-00-8. Signal word: Danger.
| Hazard class | Code | Statement |
|---|---|---|
| Flammable liquids | H225 | Highly flammable liquid and vapour. |
| Serious eye damage/eye irritation | H319 | Causes serious eye irritation. |
| Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure | H336 | May cause drowsiness or dizziness. |
Pictograms
- GHS02 Flame
- GHS07 Exclamation mark
Suppliers may classify additional hazards from their own data, so a supplier's Safety Data Sheet can list more than the harmonised entry.
Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, Annex VI, retrieved 2026-10-10. Confirm against the current consolidated text and your supplier's SDS before relying on it.
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Start free trialFrequently asked questions
- What is the CAS number of Acetone?
- The CAS Registry Number of Acetone is 67-64-1.
- What is the chemical formula of Acetone?
- Acetone has the formula C3H6O and a molecular weight of about 58.08 g/mol.
- What are the GHS hazards of Acetone?
- Acetone carries the signal word Danger. Its harmonised hazard statements are H225, H319, H336: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.; Causes serious eye irritation.; May cause drowsiness or dizziness..
- Which GHS pictograms apply to Acetone?
- GHS02 (Flame), GHS07 (Exclamation mark).
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