| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Assay (GC, area%) | ≥ 99.0 % (a/a) |
| Density (d 20 °C/ 4 °C) | 0.932 - 0.934 |
| Identity (IR) | passes test |
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Key Spec Table
| CAS # | EC Number | Hill Formula | Chemical Formula | Molar Mass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79-20-9 | 201-185-2 | C₃H₆O₂ | CH₃COOCH₃ | 74.08 g/mol |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Catalogue Number | 809711 |
| Synonyms | Methyl acetate |
| Description | Methyl acetate |
| Product Information | |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 79-20-9 |
| EC index number | 607-021-00-X |
| EC number | 201-185-2 |
| Hill Formula | C₃H₆O₂ |
| Chemical formula | CH₃COOCH₃ |
| Molar Mass | 74.08 g/mol |
| HS Code | 2915 39 00 |
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| Applications | |
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| Application | Methyl acetate for synthesis. CAS 79-20-9, EC Number 201-185-2, chemical formula CH₃COOCH₃. Methyl acetate MSDS (material safety data sheet) or SDS, storage and handling info here. Synonyms: Methyl acetate |
| Physicochemical Information | |
|---|---|
| Boiling point | 56 - 58 °C (1013 hPa) |
| Density | 0.93 g/cm3 (20 °C) |
| Explosion limit | 3.1 - 16 %(V) |
| Flash point | -13 °C |
| Ignition temperature | 455 °C |
| Melting Point | -98 °C |
| Vapor pressure | 217 hPa (20 °C) |
| Solubility | 250 g/l |
| Toxicological Information | |
|---|---|
| LD 50 oral | LD50 Rat > 5000 mg/kg |
| LD 50 dermal | LD50 Rat > 2000 mg/kg |
| Safety Information according to GHS | |
|---|---|
| Hazard Pictogram(s) |   |
| Hazard Statement(s) | H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. EUH066: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. |
| Precautionary Statement(s) | P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
| RTECS | AI9100000 |
| Storage class | 3 Flammable liquids |
| WGK | WGK 1 slightly water endangering |
| Safety Information | |
|---|---|
| Hazard Symbols |  Flammable Irritant |
| Categories of danger | highly flammable, irritant |
| R Phrase | R 11-36-66-67 Highly flammable.Irritating to eyes.Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. |
| S Phrase | S 16-26-29-33 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.Do not empty into drains.Take precautionary measures against static discharges. |
| Storage and Shipping Information | |
|---|---|
| Storage | Storage temperature: no restrictions. |
| Transport Information | |
|---|---|
| Declaration (railroad and road) ADR, RID | UN 1231 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by air) IATA-DGR | UN 1231 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by sea) IMDG-Code | UN 1231 , 3, II |
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