​​Methyl acetate
Methyl acetate is produced industrially via the carbonylation of methanol as a byproduct of the production of acetic acid.[6] Methyl acetate also arises by esterification of acetic acid with methanol in the presence of strong acids such as sulfuric acid; this production process is famous because of Eastman Kodak's intensified process using a reactive distillation.
ReactionsMethyl acetate is produced industrially via the carbonylation of methanol as a byproduct of the production of acetic acid.[6] Methyl acetate also arises by esterification of acetic acid with methanol in the presence of strong acids such as sulfuric acid; this production process is famous because of Eastman Kodak's intensified process using a reactive distillation.
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Uses (Methyl acetate)
Methyl acetate is used as a food additive to enhance the flavour of food.
Used in the manufacturing of artificial leather.
Used for the biodegradation of organic materials.
Used as a flavoring agent brandy, rum, and whiskey.
Used as a plasticizer.
Used to manufacture Lubricants.
Used in paint removers.