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Baochemicals Methyl Acetate

Baochemicals Methyl Acetate is used in the manufacture of plastics or cellophane, larval control, etc.

Chemical Name: Methyl acetate

CAS Number: 79-20-9

Synonyms: Acetic Acid Methyl Ester, Ethyl Ester Of Monoacetic Acid, Methyl Acetic Ester, Methyl Ester Of Acetic Acid, Methyl Ethanoate, Tereton

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    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Family
    Chemical Name
    CASE Ingredients Functions
    CAS No.
    79-20-9
    EC No.
    201-185-2

    Applications & Uses

    Markets
    Applicable Processes
    Uses

    As a solvent in various products, such as some paints and varnishes.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    Clear Water
    Specifications
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Methyl Acetate70.0%
    Methanol30.0%
    Specific Gravity (20°C)0.9 - 0.91
    Color10.0hours
    Boiling Point52 - 57°C
    Water Content20 - 120ppm
    Balance
    • Tetrahydrofuran (THF): < 1% (normally below 0.5%)
    • Dimethyl ether: < 1%
    • No chlorides