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Industrial Solvents / Ester solvents

Methyl Acetate

Methyl acetate is a fast-evaporating ester solvent used in selected coatings, adhesives and industrial formulations. Its properties suit processes that specify a volatile solvent.

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01 / Product information

Technical specifications

Reference characteristics for specification-led purchasing. Confirm the exact supplied grade and its current product documentation.

Chemical formula / product type
C3H6O2
CAS number
79-20-9
Grade / concentration options
99%+ industrial
Typical specific gravity (dimensionless)
0.928–0.932 (at 20°C)
Typical refractive index (dimensionless)
1.359–1.362 (at 20°C)
Typical boiling / distillation point
56–57°C
Typical flash point
−10°C
Appearance
Clear/colorless; ester odor
Solubility
Partially water miscible
Packaging options
200L drums / bulk tanker

Indicative physical characteristics may vary by concentration, grade, test conditions and formulation. Confirm the required grade when ordering.

02 / Applications

Where this family
is used.

  • Coatings
  • adhesive processes
  • industrial cleaning formulations

Product suitability depends on the supplied grade, formulation and process.

03 / Selection & ordering

What to share
with our team.

  • 01Purity
  • 02water content
  • 03evaporation needs
  • 04quantity
  • 05Assay
  • 06moisture
  • 07acidity
  • 08density

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Ask LCH about the relevant specification, safety data sheet or certificate of analysis for Methyl Acetate.

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