National Pollutant Inventory

Substances

Methyl isobutyl ketone: Sources of emissions

Industry sources

The primary sources of methyl isobutyl ketone are the industries that manufacture it or use it in production. Some of the industries that use it in production are chemical industry, rubber manufacturers, pharmaceutical industry, the semiconductor industry, manufacturers of millwork, veneer and plywood and the manufacturers of paints, varnishes and lacquers.

Diffuse sources, and industry sources included in diffuse emissions data

Other possible emitters of methyl isobutyl ketone are commercial and household painting and paint, varnish and lacquer removal, dry cleaners and consumer products containing methyl isobutyl ketone.

Natural sources

Methyl isobutyl ketone is found in oranges, grapes, and in vinegar.

Transport sources

There are no known sources of mobile emissions of methyl isobutyl ketone.

Consumer products

Aerosol paints, architectural coatings, automobile and machinery paints and primers, household hard surface cleaners, household dyes and tints, Insecticides for yard and garden, laundry starches, lubricating greases and oils, automotive chemicals, paints, varnish and paint and varnish removers and thinners, pet flea and tick products, shoe polish, interior clear finishes, undercoats, and primers, and wood office furniture.

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