MAA-Methyl Acetoacetate

MAA-Methyl Acetoacetate

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.

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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