Methyl Acetate - METAC

Methyl acetate, also referred to as Metac, acetic acid methyl ester or methyl ethanoate, is a carboxylate ester typically used as a solvent. It is a flammable liquid with a characteristically pleasant smell.

Product Details

Formula:

C3H6O2

CAS Number:

79-20-9

Also Known As:

MeOAc; Acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl ethanoate

Structure:

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applications:

Because of its fast evaporation rate, methyl acetate is useful as the fast-evaporating component in high-low solvent systems and in other applications where fast solvent release and quick dry-to-touch time are needed. Where a mild odor, fast evaporating solvent is required, methyl acetate is a very good choice for formulators of coating and ink products.

Packaging:

397 lb drums and bulk liquid

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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Clear, colorless liquid

Boiling Point, °C

57

Density, g/cm3

0.86

Flash Point, °C

-13

Melting point, °C

-98

Molecular weight, g/mol

74.08

Odor

Faint, pleasant

Purity, %

99.50

Refractive index, n20/D

1.361

We have helped multiple customers, from small end users to large Fortune 500 customers, with their Methyl Acetate supply requirements and can ship bulk and various packaged products to meet such needs.

Minimum order quantity: 55 gallon drum