methyl acetate

C₃H₆O₂
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Structural formula of methyl acetate

methyl acetate, methyl ethanoate, azijnzuur methylester

Methyl acetate occurs as a flammable liquid that smells like nail polish remover. Sometimes used as a volatile solvent in glue, paint or nail polish remover. Not stable in the presence of strong acids or bases.
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Physical characteristics

Molecular mass74.1
Density932 g/m³
Melting point-98.1 -145 175
Boiling point56.9 134 330
Partition coeff. (logP)0.18

Synthesis of methyl acetate


Compound added to the database on April 27, 2019, last modified on September 15, 2022.