Methyl Acetate
| Alias | Methyl ester acetic acid; Methyl ethanoate | |
| Physical and chemical properties |  Molecular formula：C3H6O2Molecular weight：74.0785 Density：0.92 Boiling point：57.8ºC Melting point：-98.7ºC Flash point：-10ºC Auto-ignition point：454ºC Flammability：flammable Volatility：Volatile Hygroscopicity：strong Acidity and alkalinity：acidity Color and odor status：colorless transparent liquid with fragrance |
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| Product Code | CAS:79-20-9, HS:29153900, UN:1231 | |
| Applications | 1.Methyl acetate is an important solvent and organic chemical raw material. It is commonly used as a fast drying solvent for cellulose in industry and is widely used in industries such as paint, coatings, textiles, spices, pharmaceuticals, and food. 2.Used for the production of fats and diesel. High purity methyl acetate is also widely used in industries such as synthesizing acetic acid, acetic anhydride, methyl acrylate, vinyl acetate, and acetamide. |
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| Hazard category | Class 3.2 medium flash point flammable liquid | |
| Packaging and transportation | Packed in iron drum,180kg/drum. Storage and transportation according to dangerous goods. |
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Prve: Ethyl Acetate