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methyl acetate

CAS 79-20-9 · C3H6O2

Hazard class

Danger — Flammable, Irritant / harmful

Pictograms

FlammableIrritant / harmful

H-statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking

Common uses (US EPA CDR)

SolventIntermediatePigmentDyeSealant (barrier)Processing aids not otherwise specified

Workplace exposure limits

NIOSH REL TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3) ST 250 ppm (760 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
IDLH 3100 ppm [10%LEL]

Occupational exposure limits — NIOSH Pocket Guide.

Synonyms

METHYL ACETATE · Devoton · Tereton · Methyl ethanoate · Acetic acid, methyl ester · Acetic acid methyl ester · Methylacetat · Methylacetaat

Molecular weight

74.08 g/mol

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Flammable · Irritant / harmful

Data source

Harmonised classification ECHA — EU CLP Annex VI

Legally binding EU classification adopted by ECHA under CLP Annex VI — the highest-confidence GHS source.

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