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Acetone (Extra Pure)
Acetone (Extra Pure) (Product Code: SCL359/080) is a fast-evaporating organic solvent in a 500 ml pack, used to extract chlorophyll and other leaf pigments and to run paper chromatography in biology practicals. It comes with an MSDS, and the listing also describes it as an analytical reagent. It is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India, as an everyday solvent for any paper chromatography kit for schools and colleges.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Acetone (Extra Pure) |
| Pack size | 500 ml |
| Grade description | Extra Pure (product name); listed as analytical reagent |
| Documentation | Supplied with MSDS |
| Shelf life | Depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted |
| Product code | SCL359/080 |
| Supplied by | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India |
What Is the Acetone Used For?
For the leaf-pigment practical, fresh leaves are ground in a mortar with a little clean sand and acetone until the liquid turns deep green, and the extract is filtered. A concentrated spot of it is placed on a strip of chromatography paper, which is stood in a closed jar holding a shallow layer of developing solvent. As the solvent climbs, it carries the pigments different distances and separates carotene, xanthophylls and the chlorophylls into distinct coloured bands. Acetone is also handy as a final rinse that removes grease and marker ink and helps washed glassware dry quickly.
Acetone is highly flammable and its vapour spreads easily, so keep every flame, including spirit lamps and burners, well away while it is in use, and work in a ventilated room. Replace the cap straight after pouring, since it evaporates fast, and wear gloves because it dries the skin. Pour it into glass rather than plastic containers, as it attacks many plastics.
Supplier
ScienceLab is the trading identity of Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, located in Ambala, Haryana. The company sources and supplies solvents such as this acetone along with the mortars, filter papers and chromatography jars used with them, serving schools, colleges and research labs in India and international markets. See our company profile for details.
Related Biology Lab
Items for the leaf-pigment extraction and chromatography practical:
- Pestle And Mortar — grinds leaves in acetone to release the pigments.
- Whatman‘s Filter Paper No 1 — filters the extract and can be cut into strips.
- Chromatographic Jar — the closed chamber in which the strip is developed.
- Chloroform (Chromatography) — another solvent used in chromatography practicals.
- Hand Gloves — protect the hands when pouring solvents.
Find more reagents in our Biology Lab category.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Acetone (Extra Pure) is in one pack?
Each pack of Acetone (Extra Pure) holds 500 ml. Replace the cap promptly after pouring, because acetone evaporates quickly and a bottle left open loses both volume and purity during a busy practical session.
Is Acetone (Extra Pure) extra pure or analytical reagent grade?
Acetone (Extra Pure) is named Extra Pure, and the listing also describes it as an analytical reagent. If your syllabus or tender needs a specific grade or purity figure, contact us to confirm it before you place the order.
Is Acetone (Extra Pure) safe to use near a flame?
No. Acetone (Extra Pure) is highly flammable and its vapour spreads easily, so keep spirit lamps and burners well away while it is in use and work in a ventilated room, as the supplied MSDS explains.
Can Acetone (Extra Pure) be stored in plastic bottles?
It is best to keep Acetone (Extra Pure) in its original container or in glass. Acetone softens or dissolves many common plastics, so decanting it into plastic wash bottles can damage the bottle and contaminate the solvent.
What is the shelf life of Acetone (Extra Pure)?
No fixed shelf life is stated for Acetone (Extra Pure): shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions. Ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted, and store the bottle tightly capped away from heat.
Who supplies Acetone (Extra Pure), and can it be exported?
Acetone (Extra Pure) is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India. Flammable liquids carry transport restrictions, so send code SCL359/080, the quantity and destination, and we will advise on shipping options for international orders.
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For a quotation on Acetone (Extra Pure), write to us through the contact page or add it to the enquiry cart along with your chromatography apparatus.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
