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Methyl Acetate
Chemical Product
Methyl Acetate
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odor | Pleasant, fruity odor |
| Molecular Formula | C3H6O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 74.08 g/mol |
| Boiling Point | 56.9 °C |
| Density | 0.933 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents |
| Flash Point | -4 °C |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions, but highly flammable and should be stored away from heat and sparks |
Methyl Acetate is an organic ester used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and cleaning products due to its pleasant odor and volatility.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a solvent in the production of resins, plastics, and other chemicals.
- Paints and Coatings: Applied as a solvent in the formulation of paints, varnishes, and lacquers.
- Printing Inks: Used in printing inks for its solvency and quick evaporation properties.
- Cleaning Products: Used in industrial cleaning products to dissolve oils and greases.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties | Data |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odor | Pleasant, fruity odor |
| Molecular Formula | C3H6O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 74.08 g/mol |
| Boiling Point | 56.9 °C |
| Density | 0.933 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents |
| Flash Point | -4 °C |
| Chemical Stability | Stable under normal conditions, but highly flammable and should be stored away from heat and sparks |