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Methyl Acetate 99% For Synthesis
Acetic acid methyl ester

Product Code.
01701
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
99%
CAS No.
79-20-9
Molecular Formula
C3H6O2
Molecular Weight
74.08
H.S.Code
2915.39400
Shelf Life
60 Months

Physical Properties

Physical state at 20 °C
Liquid
Colour
Clear Colorless
Odour
Pleasant, fruity odor
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C]
-98 °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C]
454°C
Flammability (solid, gas)
flammable
Flash point [°C]
-13 °C
Boiling point [°C]
57 - 58 °C
Initial boiling point [°C]
57°C
Final boiling point [°C]
58 °C
Vapour pressure [20°C]
217 hPa at 20 °C
Vapour density
2.8
Density [g/cm3]
0.9342
Solubility in water [% weight]
32g/100g water @ 20C
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C
0.18
Explosion limits - upper [%]
16%
Explosion limits -lower [%]
3%

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Specification

Appearance
A clear colorless liquid
Purity (by GC)
Min 99%
Density (d20°C/4°C)
0.932 - 0.934
Refractive index (20°C; 589 nm)
1.3605 - 1.3620

Safety Information and Hazard Symbols

Symbol: GHS02, GHS07
Signal Word: Danger
UN No.: 1231
IMCO Class No.: 3
Packing Group: II
Hazardous Statement: H225-H319-H336
Precaution Statement: P210-P261-P305 + P351 + P338