Description

2-Methoxy-1-propyl acetate (CAS No. 70657-70-4) is a high-purity organic solvent with the molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₃. This clear, colorless liquid is characterized by its mild ester-like odor and excellent solvency properties. As a derivative of propylene glycol, it offers a unique combination of moderate evaporation rate and good compatibility with resins, polymers, and coatings. With a boiling point of approximately 145-150°C and a flash point around 45°C, it finds particular utility in applications requiring careful solvent balance. Our product is manufactured under strict quality control measures, ensuring consistency for research and industrial applications. Available in various packaging options from laboratory-scale quantities to bulk containers, this chemical is ideal for formulation chemists and materials scientists working with specialized coating systems.

Properties

• CAS Number: 70657-70-4
• Complexity: 90.3
• IUPAC Name: 2-methoxypropyl acetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O3/c1-5(8-3)4-9-6(2)7/h5H,4H2,1-3H3
• InChI Key: BTZVKSVLFLRBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 132.078644241
• Molecular Formula: C6H12O3
• Molecular Weight: 132.16
• SMILES: CC(COC(=O)C)OC
• Topological: 35.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 132.078644241
• Physical Description: Liquid with a sweet aromatic odor; Hygroscopic;
• Flash Point: 77 °F
• Vapor Pressure: 0.516 kPa
• Synonyms: 2-Methoxypropyl acetate, 70657-70-4, 2-Methoxy-1-propyl acetate, 1-Propanol, 2-methoxy-, acetate, 1-acetoxy-2-methoxypropane, 2-methoxy-1-acetoxypropane, 5NS6CBN69F, DTXSID5041433, 1-PROPANOL, 2-METHOXY-, 1-ACETATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL 2-MONOMETHYL ETHER 1-ACETATE, 2-methoxy-1-propanol acetate, methoxy propyl acetate, 2-methoxy propyl acetate, DTXCID3021433, acetic acid 2-methoxy propyl ester, propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate (beta-isomer), 274-724-2, 2-MePA, 2-Methoxypropyl-1-acetate, EINECS 274-724-2, UNII-5NS6CBN69F, BRN 2347719, 1-Propanol, 2-methoxy-, acetate (9CI); 2-Methoxy-1-acetoxypropane; 2-Methoxypropyl acetate, ACETIC ACID, 2-METHOXYPROPYL ESTER, 2-Methoxy-1-propylacetate, SCHEMBL248924, SCHEMBL11488939, BTZVKSVLFLRBRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N, MFCD00071665, AKOS006274636, BS-52451, FM146365, CS-0245967, NS00011493, E85285, EN300-314266, 2-Methoxypropyl acetate 100 microg/mL in Acetonitrile, Q26840834

Application

2-Methoxy-1-propyl acetate serves as an effective solvent for cellulose derivatives, acrylic resins, and epoxy coatings in industrial applications. Its balanced evaporation rate makes it particularly valuable in ink formulations and specialty coating systems where controlled drying is required. Researchers utilize this compound as a reaction medium in organic synthesis and as a component in cleaning formulations for sensitive electronic components.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H226: Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
• H335: May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
• H360D: May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]

Precautionary Statements

• P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P271, P280, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P318, P319, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Flam. Liq. 3 (> 99.9%)
• STOT SE 3 (95%)
• Repr. 1B (95.1%)

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