{"product_id":"acetone","title":"Acetone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eAcetone is the industry-standard solvent for cleaning and degreasing in the composites field. Its powerful solvency allows it to effectively dissolve and remove uncured epoxy, polyester, and vinyl ester resins from tools, brushes, and work surfaces. Acetone also excels at removing grease, wax, and other contaminants from substrates, ensuring optimal surface preparation before bonding or repair procedures. Its quick evaporation rate minimizes residue, leaving surfaces clean and ready for subsequent processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease be Advised:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile acetone is an effective solvent, we strongly recommend not using it to thin resin or gel coat as it can lead to added pinholes or premature yellowing. Acetone is highly flammable and will evaporate rapidly, and should be handled much like gasoline. When not in use, keep containers tightly sealed at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sherfab.com\/methyl-ethyl-ketone-1gal\"\u003eMethyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhen thinning resin and gel coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Handling Fee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThis item is considered hazardous in volumes greater than gallon sizes and will include a special handling fee when ordered in individual units with volumes greater than a gallon. If shipped by air, this item will always require a special handling fee, regardless of volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Tradition Gelcoat","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":42859429593178,"sku":"ace-1G","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Quart","offer_id":42859429625946,"sku":"ace-1Q","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/7202\/2618\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-03_122615.png?v=1770143244","url":"https:\/\/www.americantraditiongelcoat.com\/products\/acetone","provider":"American Tradition Gelcoat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}