Paint Additive UAE & KSA Stock COA + SDS Supplied CIF / FOB Available Dubai & Riyadh

MEKO Anti-Skinning Agent

CAS No: 96-29-7 · HS Code: 2928.00

Quick Specifications

CAS Number96-29-7
HS Code2928.00
Chemical NameMethyl Ethyl Ketoxime (MEKO)
HS Code2928.00
AppearanceClear colourless to pale yellow liquid

Dubai HQ: P.O. Box 29096, UAE
Riyadh: 2804 Nesaab Street, KSA

Technical Specifications

PARAMETER SPECIFICATION TEST METHOD
CAS Number96-29-7
Chemical NameMethyl Ethyl Ketoxime (MEKO)
HS Code2928.00
AppearanceClear colourless to pale yellow liquidVisual
Purity≥ 99.0 %GC
Density @ 20°C0.920 – 0.924 g/cm³ASTM D4052
Boiling Point152 – 153°C
Flash Point34°CASTM D93
Vapour Pressure @ 20°C~5 mmHg
Solubility in WaterPartially miscible
Shelf Life24 months sealed, 5–30°C
Typical Addition Level0.1 – 0.3% on total paint weight

Applications — UAE, Saudi Arabia & GCC

Anti-Skinning in Alkyd Paint Cans

Primary application — added at 0.1–0.3% to alkyd decorative and industrial paints before canning to prevent surface skin formation during 12–24 month storage in UAE and Saudi Arabia supply chain conditions, where elevated temperatures (30–55°C in distribution) accelerate oxidative drying.

Clear Varnishes & Wood Finishes

Protects long-oil alkyd and oil-modified varnishes from skinning during storage — skin in varnish causes lumps that are visible in the applied film. Critical for decorative varnishes distributed through UAE hardware retail channels.

Industrial Alkyd Primers & Maintenance Paints

Added to alkyd anti-corrosion primers and maintenance paints to ensure consistent performance and no skinning on the paint surface in cans stored at UAE and Saudi Arabia industrial facility warehouses.

Oil-Modified Urethane Finishes

Prevents skin formation in oil-modified urethane floor finishes and oil-alkyd coatings — the drier system in these products is highly prone to surface oxidation without adequate MEKO protection.

Usage & Recommendations

Packaging Available

20 Kgs Jerry Cans
200 Kgs Steel Drums (lacquer-lined)
Custom packaging on request

Storage & Shelf Life

Store in sealed, lacquer-lined steel drums at 5–30°C in a dedicated flammable liquid store, away from heat and ignition sources. Flash point 34°C — classified as flammable liquid (Class 3). Shelf life: 24 months. Earthing and bonding required during transfer operations.

Need TDS or SDS Documentation?

Full Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS), and Technical Data Sheet (TDS) supplied with every shipment from Dubai or Riyadh.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Too little MEKO: skin forms on the paint surface in the can within weeks of production — visible as a rubbery layer on the paint surface when the can is opened. The skin must be removed before use. Too much MEKO: the paint takes significantly longer to dry after application — the excess MEKO volatilising during drying continues to temporarily deactivate driers. In normal practice at 0.15–0.25%, the balance is well-maintained. If you experience skinning issues despite correct MEKO addition, check that the cobalt drier level is not too high, that cans are fully sealed, and that storage temperatures are not excessive (> 45°C accelerates drier activity even in sealed cans).