Toynol® MIAK (Methyl Isoamyl Ketone)
1 🎯 Abstract
Toynol® MIAK (Methyl Isoamyl Ketone) is a colorless, stable liquid with a pleasant odor, chemically named 5-Methyl-2-hexanone (CAS No.: 110-12-3). It is slightly soluble in water and miscible with most organic solvents, featuring high solvent activity, slow evaporation rate, low surface tension, and high boiling point. As an outstanding solvent, it is widely used in high-solid coatings, resin formulations, polymerization processes, and rubber intermediates.
2 📊 Core Product Information
Item | Typical Value |
| CAS No. | 110-12-3 |
Appearance | Colorless clear liquid |
MIAK | ≥98.5% |
Color (APHA) | <10 |
Water (by Karl Fischer) | ≤0.3% |
Flashing Point (Closed Cup, °C) | 36 |
Density( 20°C, g/cm³) | 0.81-0.82 |
Surface Tension(20°C, dynes/cm) | 25.8 |
Core Advantages
High solvent activity, excellent dissolving performance for various materials
Slow evaporation rate, suitable for high-solid coating systems
Low surface tension, improves coating leveling and adhesion
High boiling point, stable in high-temperature processing scenarios
Colorless clear liquid with pleasant odor, user-friendly
Miscible with most organic solvents, strong compatibility
High purity (≥98.5%), reliable performance in industrial applications
3 🛠️ Application Guide
3.1 Recommended Application Fields
Industrial coatings (especially high-solid coatings)
Resin solvents (dissolution and formulation of various resins)
Polymerization solvents (used in polymerization reaction systems)
Rubber intermediates (production and processing of rubber products)
3.2 Usage Methods and Notes
Suitable for solvent-based formulations, can be mixed with other organic solvents in appropriate proportions
It is recommended to test compatibility with other components in the formulation before large-scale application
Follow standard industrial operation procedures for adding and mixing to ensure uniform dispersion
Control the usage amount according to specific application scenarios and performance requirements
4 ⚠️ Safety and Storage
Packaging: Drum & IBC Tank
Storage: As liquid material, this product should be sealed and placed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature. Avoid contact with oxidants and initiators, and store in the dark.
Safety Precautions: For detailed safety information (including handling, protection, and emergency measures), refer to MSDS.
5 ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is Toynol® MIAK?
A1: It is Methyl Isoamyl Ketone (chemical name: 5-Methyl-2-hexanone, CAS No.: 110-12-3), a colorless clear solvent with high activity, slow evaporation rate, and strong compatibility, widely used in coatings, resins, and polymer industries.
Q2: What are the key properties of the product?
A2: It has high purity (≥98.5%), low water content (≤0.3%), low surface tension (25.8 dynes/cm at 20°C), and a flash point of 36°C (closed cup), with stable physical and chemical properties.
Q3: How should the product be stored?
A3: Seal and store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated room temperature environment, avoid contact with oxidants/initiators, and keep away from light to maintain product stability.
Q4: What are the main application scenarios?
A4: It is mainly used as a solvent in industrial coatings (high-solid), resin formulations, polymerization processes, and as a raw material for rubber intermediates.
6 📞 Contact Us and Information Acquisition
For more detailed product technical parameters, test reports, customized application schemes or cooperation consultations, please refer to MSDS or contact us.
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