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Methyl acetoacetate (MAA) is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH3C(O)C(O)CH3. It is a clear, colorless liquid that is used as an intermediate in the production of various industrial and commercial products.
MAA is used in the production of various esters and compounds such as methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK), diacetone alcohol (DA), and isophorone. It is also used as a solvent in various applications such as inks, coatings, and adhesives.
| Product Characteristics | Product Detail |
|---|---|
| CAS No | 105-45-3 |
| Formula | C5H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 116.12 |
| Synonyms | Acetoaceticacid, methyl ester (6CI,8CI);3-Oxobutanoic acid methyl ester;3-Oxobutyricacid methyl ester;Acetoacetate methyl ester;Methyl 3-oxobutanoate;Methyl3-oxobutyrate;Methyl acetylacetate; |
| EINECS | 203-299-8 |
| Density | 1.039 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | -80 `C |
| Boiling Point | 169.4 `C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 61.6 `C |
| Solubility | 460 g/L in water at 20 `C |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |