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Methyl acetate

CAS No.: 79-20-9      Formula: C3H6O2

Weight: 74.07850

Synonyms: Devoton; Acetic acid, methyl ester; Methyl acetic ester; Methylacetat; Methyl ethanoate;


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Description

It is used as the raw material for organic solvents, artificial leather for spray painting and spices. Fast drying solvent for nitrocellulose and cellulose acetate for paint coatings. It is also used in the manufacture of artificial leather and spices and as an extractant for oils and fats. It is also a raw material for the manufacture of dyes and medicines.

Basic Information
CAS No.:
79-20-9
Synonyms:
Devoton; Acetic acid, methyl ester; Methyl acetic ester; Methylacetat; Methyl ethanoate;
Formula:
C3H6O2
Molecular Weight:
74.07850
PSA:
26.30000
LogP:
0.17930
Properties
Appearance & Character:
Clear colorless to slightly pale yellow
Density:
0.934 g/mL at 25 °C
Melting Point:
-98 °C (lit.)
Boiling Point:
57-58 °C (lit.)
Flash Point:
3.2 °F
Storage Conditions:
Flammables area
Safety Info
Customs Code:
29153900
WGK Germany:
1
Hazard Category Code:
11-36-66-67
Security Instructions:
16-26-29-33
Dangerous Goods Sign:
F,Xi