Methyl Acetate 99.5%

What is Methyl Acetate 99.5%? Methyl Acetate (C₃H₆O₂) is a fast-evaporating, low-toxicity solvent with a mild, sweet odour. It is commonly used in coatings, adhesives, and chemical synthesis due to its excellent solubility and volatility. With a purity of 99.5%, it is suitable for industrial and laboratory applications requiring high-quality solvent performance.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Our Methyl Acetate 99.5% is sourced and packaged using non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers, ensuring reliable quality for our customers.

Frequent Uses

Coatings and Paints
Used as a solvent in lacquers, varnishes, and paints, providing fast drying times and smooth finishes.

Adhesives and Sealants
Commonly found in adhesives and sealants, offering strong solubility properties for effective formulation.

Chemical Synthesis
Serves as a reagent or intermediate in the production of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals.

Cleaning and Degreasing
Employed as a cleaning solvent for precision cleaning, degreasing, and surface preparation in industrial applications.

• Solvent in chemical processes and manufacturing
• Paint and coating industry for its solvent properties
• Used as an adhesive in various applications
• Common in nail polish remover and cosmetics
• Laboratory and research settings as a reagent
• An intermediate in the production of various chemicals
• Found in some pharmaceutical formulations
• Used for cleaning and degreasing in industrial settings
• Automotive refinishing and paint stripping applications
• Ink production for printing industry.

Assay: >99.5%
M.F.: CH₃COOCH₃
M.W.: 74.08
B.P.: 57-58 deg C
M.P.: -98 deg
Colour: <10 Hazen
Residue on Evpaoration: <0.05
Acidity: < 500ppm
Methanol: <0.1%
Water: <1000ppm

Cas Number: 79-20-9

Einecs Number: 201-185-2

UN Number: 1231

Hazard Class: 3

Hazard Phrases: H225,H319,H336

Prec Phrases: P210,P280,P304 + P340 + P312,P305 + P351 + P338,P337 + P313,P403 + P235