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General Purpose Solvents

Methyl Acetate AR

RA003173 CAS 79-20-9 AR

Identity

Product code
RA003173
CAS number
79-20-9
Grade
AR
Purity
99%
Molecular formula
C3H6O2
Molecular weight
74.08

Classification

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Vapour density 2.8 —
Density [g/cm3] 0.934 g/cm3 g/cm3
Relative density, liquid (water=1) 0.934 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water 319 g/L g/L
Colour Clear colorless —
Odour Pleasant, fruity odour —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] -98.0 °C °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 454 °C °C
Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable —
Flash point [°C] -13 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 57 - 58 °C °C
Vapour pressure [20°C] 217 hPa hPa

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit Method
Appearance A clear colorless liquid — —
Purity Min 99.0 % % GC
Identity Passes test — IR
Density (d20°C/4°C) 0.932 - 0.934 — —
Non-volatile matter Max 0.01 % % —
Acidity Max 0.005 % % —
Methanol (CH3OH) Max 0.2 % % —
Water Max 0.3 % % KF

6 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.

Packaging

Pack size SKU
500 mL RA003173-PK-500ML