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Methyl formate, 97%, may cont. up to ca 3% methanol
Description
Methyl formate is used as a precursor to formamide, dimethylformamide and formic acid. It is used as a blowing agent and utilized for quick-drying finishes due to its high vapor pressure. It is used as a component of azeotrope to recover expensive solvents. Further, it is used as a propellant and an intermediate for optical brighteners and hydrocyanic acid.
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Methyl formate is used as a precursor to formamide, dimethylformamide and formic acid. It is used as a blowing agent and utilized for quick-drying finishes due to its high vapor pressure. It is used as a component of azeotrope to recover expensive solvents. Further, it is used as a propellant and an intermediate for optical brighteners and hydrocyanic acid.
Solubility
Miscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -100°C |
| Density | 0.972 |
| Boiling Point | 32°C to 33°C |
| Flash Point | −26°C (−14°F) |
| Assay Percent Range | 97% |
| Linear Formula | HCO2CH3 |
| Refractive Index | 1.344 |
| Quantity | 10,000 mL |
| UN Number | UN1243 |
| Beilstein | 1734623 |
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