General Info
CAS Number: Molecular Formula: Molecular Weight: Classifications:	79-20-9 C3H6O2                                                 74.08 Ester, Solvent

Synonyms:
MeAc; acetic acid, methyl ester; methyl ethanoate; ethanoic acid, methyl ester

Description:
Colorless liquid with a fruity characteristic "ester" odor.

Water solubility, grams/liter Density, grams per milliliter Pounds per gallon Boiling point Flash point (closed cup) Freezing point

250 0.930 7.75 57°C                                                                       --10°C --98°C

Product Uses
Methyl acetate is used as a solvent in fast drying paints such as lacquers. It is also a solvent for waste film in the production of cellulosic adhesives. Methyl acetate is a perfume solvent. It is a reaction solvent in dye production.

Regulatory Numbers
Index Number: 607-021-00-X
EINECS Number: 201-185-2
UN Number: 1231

Manufacturing Sites
Region                                          City
North America
Europe                                          Germany Frankfurt Hoecst
Asia

Packaging
Bulk, Drums

Other Information
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