High Purity Methyl Acetate CAS 79-20-9
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Methyl acetate, also knownas methyl ethanoate, acetic acid methyl ester, chemical formula CH3COOCH3. Molecular weight 74.08. Colorless, flammable liquid with chloroform odor. There is a spicy taste. volatile. Occurs naturally in grapes and bananas.
What is another name for methyl acetate?
- Methyl Ethanoate (IUPAC name)
- Acetic Acid, Methyl Ester
- MeOAc (abbreviation)
- Tereton (trade name)
- Devoton (trade name)
What is the formula of methyl acetate?
formula: C3H6O2
physical properties for Methyl Acetate:
- Boiling point: 56.9–58.2 °C (134.4–136.8 °F)
- Flash point: -10 to -13 °C (14 to 9 °F)
- Melting point: -98 °C (-144 °F)
- Molecular weight: 74.08 g/mol
Organic Solvent methyl acetate - Applications
Solvent for Paints, Coatings, and Lacquers:
Methyl Acetate is an excellent solvent for a wide array of resins, cellulose derivatives, and polymers. Its rapid evaporation rate makes it ideal for fast-drying applications in automotive coatings, wood finishes, furniture lacquers, and industrial paints, ensuring smooth film formation.
Printing Inks:
It's widely used in the formulation of printing inks, particularly for flexographic and gravure printing. Its quick drying time helps prevent smudging and ensures high-quality print results on various substrates.
Adhesives and Sealants:
As an effective solvent, Methyl Acetate is a key component in many adhesive and sealant formulations, contributing to proper viscosity, application properties, and efficient curing.
Chemical Intermediate:
Methyl Acetate chemical serves as a versatile chemical intermediate in the synthesis of numerous other organic compounds, including acetic anhydride, acetyl chloride, and various specialty chemicals. It is also used in the production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) in some processes.
Cleaning Agent:
Due to its good solvency and relatively low toxicity profile compared to some other industrial solvents, it finds use as a cleaning agent in some manufacturing processes and for equipment maintenance.
Pharmaceutical Applications (limited):
While less common than Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Acetate (cas no 79-20-9) can be used in certain pharmaceutical processes as a solvent or extractant where its specific properties are beneficial.
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