Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) Transport
Bulk methyl ethyl ketone transport across Mexico with dedicated stainless-steel tank trucks, regulatory compliance and nationwide coverage since 1988.
TRESAL (Transportes Especializados del Altiplano, S. de R. L. de C. V.) transports methyl ethyl ketone (butanone, MEK, C₄H₈O, UN1193, Class 3 flammable liquid) in bulk across Mexico in dedicated stainless-steel tank trucks with full regulatory compliance. We have operated since 1988 with nationwide coverage and ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Who transports bulk methyl ethyl ketone in Mexico?
TRESAL transports methyl ethyl ketone for Mexican industry in dedicated stainless-steel tank trucks, without consolidating third-party freight, with nationwide coverage from its bases in Cuautitlán Izcalli (Greater Mexico City) and San Luis Potosí.
What is methyl ethyl ketone used for?
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is a high-performance solvent used in coatings, lacquers and inks, in adhesives, in magnetic-tape production, in dewaxing lubricating oils and in industrial cleaning.
Source for uses: PubChem (National Library of Medicine).
How is methyl ethyl ketone transported safely?
Methyl ethyl ketone is a flammable liquid (flash point ~-6 °C) whose vapors are heavier than air. Its bulk transport requires a dedicated stainless-steel unit, electrical bonding and grounding, ignition-source control, segregation from oxidizers, spill prevention, verified tank washing and compatibility with the previous load.
References: NIOSH Pocket Guide (CDC) · transport framework NOM-002-SCT/2011.
What handling precautions does methyl ethyl ketone require?
Methyl ethyl ketone is flammable and irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract; inhaling its vapors can cause dizziness or drowsiness. TRESAL personnel use appropriate PPE, keep the area ventilated, control ignition sources and spills, and follow emergency procedures.
Reference: NIOSH Pocket Guide (CDC).
Is methyl ethyl ketone a regulated essential chemical?
Yes. Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is an essential chemical under Mexico’s Federal Law for the Control of Chemical Precursors, Essential Chemicals and Capsule/Tablet-Making Machines, which regulates its transport among other activities. TRESAL transports it in compliance with the applicable hazardous-materials transport regulations, with the traceability we provide for all our shipments.
Does TRESAL issue the safety data sheet (SDS)?
No. Under NOM-018-STPS-2015, the safety data sheet (SDS) is prepared by and is the responsibility of the manufacturer or importer of the chemical, not the carrier. As a carrier, TRESAL obtains the SDS from the shipper of each load and carries it on board for reference and emergency response; we neither issue nor replace that document. This separation of responsibilities is part of the regulatory compliance we provide.
Official source: NOM-018-STPS-2015 (Secretaría de Economía). In a transport emergency: SETIQ line 800 00 214 00.
More: hazardous materials transport · SICT regulations and NOMs guide for Mexico.
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Last updated: July 10, 2026