CAS No.: 79-20-9 Formula: C3H6O2
Weight: 74.07850
Synonyms: Devoton; Acetic acid, methyl ester; Methyl acetic ester; Methylacetat; Methyl ethanoate;
It is used as the raw material for organic solvents, artificial leather for spray painting and spices. Fast drying solvent for nitrocellulose and cellulose acetate for paint coatings. It is also used in the manufacture of artificial leather and spices and as an extractant for oils and fats. It is also a raw material for the manufacture of dyes and medicines.