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Item |
Test Method |
Result |
| Appearance | Visual Inspection | Colorless, Clear Liquid |
| Color, pt-co unit | ASTM D 1209 | 10 (max) |
| Purity, wt% | ASTM D 3545 | 85 (min) |
| Water, wt% | ASTM E 1064 | 0.5 (max) |
| Acidity as Acetic Acid, Wt% | ASTM D 1613 | 0.01 (max) |
| Acidity as Acetic Acid, Wt% | ASTM D 1298 | 0.910-0.925 |
| Refractive index | ASTM D 1218 | 1.3575-1.3595 |
| Boiling range at 760 mmHg | ASTM D 1078 | 55-59 |
Methyl acetate
HS Code: 29183040
Methyl acetate is a neutral, colorless liquid with an ester-like odor. Also known as methyl ethanoate or acetic acid methyl ester, this substance is typically produced with a purity of 85%. The production process is continuous, and the material is actively produced and sold. Methyl acetate is made by reacting methanol with acetic acid, followed by distillation of the final product.
Applications of methyl acetate:
- Solvent for nitrocellulose and for cellulose acetate
- Preparation of paint, lacquer, thinners, and strippers
- To manufacture artificial leather
- Perfume industry
- Organic synthesis
