Synthesis of acetone from polyvinyl chloride production waste

This article explores the theoretical and experimental foundations of synthesizing valuable chemical compounds, specifically acetone, from polyvinyl chloride production waste. The research focuses on extracting 2,2-dichloropropane from chlorine-rich industrial residues and subsequently hydrolyzing it to produce acetone. The reaction mechanism proceeds via an SN2 pathway, in which hydroxide ions successively displace chlorine atoms to form a gem-diol intermediate, which then undergoes dehydration to yield acetone. Laboratory experiments were conducted under controlled conditions, and the synthesized products were analyzed using GC-MS (gas chromatography–mass spectrometry). The analysis confirmed the formation of acetone, and its spectral characteristics and yield were documented. The proposed method demonstrates the potential of utilizing hazardous polyvinyl chloride waste as a raw material for producing economically and industrially significant compounds. This approach not only offers a viable waste management solution but also contributes to the development of sustainable chemical technologies by converting environmental pollutants into valuable resources.

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